Camping Under the Rocks, Big Cottonwood 1859 - 1862

"Camping Under the Rocks, Big Cottonwood" is a stereoscopic photograph taken by Charles Roscoe Savage between 1859 and 1862. The image captures a picturesque scene of a campsite nestled under a towering rock formation in the Big Cottonwood Canyon, Utah. The photograph's unique stereoscopic format creates a three-dimensional effect, allowing viewers to experience the depth and grandeur of the landscape. The detail in the image emphasizes the rugged beauty of the natural surroundings, showcasing the region's dramatic rock formations, lush vegetation, and flowing stream. This photograph provides a valuable glimpse into the exploration and documentation of the American West during the mid-19th century.