American Falls from Luna Island c. 1870s

"American Falls from Luna Island" is a striking photograph by Platt D. Babbitt, taken sometime in the 1870s. The image showcases the frozen American Falls at Niagara Falls, with a stark contrast between the white snow and ice covering the falls and the dark, rushing water below. The composition captures the dramatic beauty of the natural world, with the towering ice formations leading the eye towards the distant town and church silhouetted against the cloudy sky. Babbitt's photograph provides a glimpse into the awe-inspiring power and ephemeral nature of nature. This work, with its focus on landscape photography, is a testament to Babbitt's skill in capturing the grandeur of the American wilderness.