I treasure great photography above all other arts, but was not really aware of the early autochrome work of the Lumiere Brothers and their associates. The colors have a wonderfully subtle gradation, almost as if they were hand tinted. Evidently the French Financier Albert Kahn sent teams of photographers all over the world with the delicate autochrome plates and cameras.
The Interregnum of 1908.
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woodnsoul // October 3, 2008 at 10:36 pm |
As a former professional photographer, I was amazed and delighted by the images! I have studied the art and had no idea of this process.
I have to see the rest!
The timing of the quest is amazing – taking place during WW I.
I am reminded, a bit, of desaturated KodaChrome images, with the vibrancy and image detail.
Absolutely wonderful. Thanks for sharing this treasure!
Hugo // October 4, 2008 at 1:02 pm |
Yes, indeed. Just lovely, Jon, and everything you say.
Captison // October 4, 2008 at 3:44 pm |
Here is another site for early color photography:
http://www.worldwaronecolorphotos.com/
I find these early color pictures absolutely amazing.