"Ole Bull's Concert Room" 1866

"Ole Bull's Concert Room" is a stereoscopic photograph by Chas. Waldack, taken in 1866. It shows a view of a dark cave interior, likely Mammoth Cave in Kentucky, with the rock formations and shadows creating a mysterious atmosphere. This stereoscopic image offers a 3D effect when viewed through a stereoscope, making the viewer feel like they are right inside the cave. The image provides a glimpse into 19th-century travel photography and the popularity of stereoscopic viewing. This photograph is part of the Art Institute of Chicago's collection.