Bethany-General view from the East before 1866

This photogravure titled 'Bethany - General view from the East' was created by Francis Bedford. The composition is arranged along a stark diagonal, juxtaposing shadow with light. This creates a sense of depth and a path into the scene. The photogravure is a study in contrasts, where the dark, textured rocks meet the softer, undefined sky. The image is a study of the sublime, a meditation on nature and human perception. The textures, tones, and details captured in the print are intended to evoke both a visual and emotional response. The image challenges established values and categories, inviting the viewer to see Bethany not as a fixed, singular entity, but as a dynamic and multifaceted subject.