George Shadbolt

George Shadbolt (1817–1901) was a British writer, editor, student of optics and photographer with a strong interest in innovative techniques, who was active during the 1850s-1860s.

Reported to have made the first microphotograph, he was also an early advocate of photographic enlargement, as well as compound and combination printing.

His technical interests probably motivated his praise of Henry Peach Robinson, whose combination prints were highly controversial.

[1] After 1864, Shadbolt's success as a mahogany dealer prompted him to retire from photography, although he maintained his professional affiliations.

Cecil predeceased him, and was buried, alongside members of his family, at West Norwood Cemetery.

A photograph by George Shadbolt, entitled Country Lane , likely to have been taken in the area of Hornsey , North London .