Gezicht op Villa Serbelloni aan het Comomeer 1872 - 1876

This is a stereoscopic photograph by Jean Andrieu, capturing the Villa Serbelloni on Lake Como. The sepia tones give a monochromatic feel, emphasizing the textures and forms within the landscape. The composition is structured around a series of receding terraces, creating a strong sense of depth. These terraces, with their geometric patterns and winding paths, lead the eye towards the villa perched atop the hill. The photograph's stereoscopic nature enhances this sense of depth, pulling the viewer into the scene. The play of light and shadow across the landscape further accentuates the architectural forms and natural contours. This image prompts us to consider how photography mediates our perception of space and place. The stereoscopic format, in particular, invites a heightened awareness of the three-dimensionality of the world, yet it also flattens and frames the landscape.