Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Edmund Wormwald in 1850.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Untitled

Edmund Wormwald , 1850

Untitled is a photographic photography by the Impressionist artist Edmund Wormwald. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

This untitled photograph is part of a collection of works by William Lyndon Smith, a photographer active in the mid-19th century.

Technique & Style

Lyndon Smith was an early adopter of the wet collodion process on glass negatives, using it to produce fine albumen prints. His photographs, including this one, showcase his skill with this technique.

Subject & Meaning

Lyndon Smith's favored subjects were architectural, particularly abbey and church ruins, reflecting the artistic interests of his time.

History & Provenance

The photograph is part of a collection that remained in the possession of the Lyndon Smith family until its acquisition. It was likely produced for exhibition rather than commercial purposes, making it a rare example of the artist's work.

Context

Lyndon Smith's work was exhibited in various photographic societies and exhibitions, earning him recognition, including a Silver Medal in Edinburgh in 1858 and an honourable mention in London in 1862.

Artist & collection

Artist

Edmund Wormwald

Edmund Wormwald made one photograph we know of, *Untitled* around 1850. It’s a stiff, quiet image—no title, no date inside the frame, just a scene caught in early photography’s first decades. Look for the long shadows…