Photographic Views in Madura, Part I 1858

"Photographic Views in Madura, Part I," an album of photographs by Linnaeus Tripe, is a remarkable example of 19th-century photojournalism. The album's cover, which features a simple design with ornate borders and the title in bold lettering, reflects the era's aesthetic sensibilities. Tripe, a British officer serving as a government photographer, documented the landscapes and people of Madura, a region in Indonesia, with meticulous detail. His work provides valuable historical insights into the cultural and geographic context of the time, showcasing the power of photography to capture and preserve a specific moment in time.