Gezicht op Château Saint-Ursula te Cannes c. 1858 - 1860

This photograph, titled 'Gezicht op Château Saint-Ursula te Cannes', was created by Furne Fils & H. Tournier as part of a series of images of the Provence et Languedoc region. Stereoscopic photographs like this one catered to the era's burgeoning tourism industry, offering a dual perspective that simulated three-dimensional depth. The appeal of such images lay in their ability to transport viewers to distant locales, feeding into a desire for exploration and escape. Here, the photograph presents a carefully composed scene, framing the Château Saint-Ursula through foliage and figures. The Château itself, owned by Lord Landesbowroug, becomes a focal point but the identities of the figures standing in the foreground remain ambiguous. Their inclusion invites reflection on the dynamics of spectatorship and representation. Who were these people? What were their stories? This image not only captures a physical place, but also evokes broader questions about identity, privilege, and the gaze.