Man op Glacier Point Rock in Yosemite Valley c. 1880 - 1900

Isaiah West Taber's "Man on Glacier Point Rock in Yosemite Valley" is a stunning black and white photograph taken between 1880 and 1900, showcasing the grandeur of Yosemite National Park. The photograph depicts a lone figure standing atop Glacier Point Rock, a precarious perch overlooking the vast Yosemite Valley and the iconic Half Dome. Taber's masterful composition emphasizes the scale and beauty of the natural world, capturing the awe-inspiring vista with meticulous detail. This photograph exemplifies the romanticism of 19th-century landscape photography, highlighting the sublime nature of the American West.