Bosschage met voet van de Alpen op de achtergrond c. 1860 - 1880

"Bosschage met voet van de Alpen op de achtergrond" (c. 1860-1880) is a stereoscopic photograph by Belgian artist Achille Quinet (1831-1900), currently in the Rijksmuseum collection. This vintage stereograph depicts a picturesque landscape of a valley surrounded by mountains, captured in a format popular in the 19th century. The viewer can see a verdant foreground with trees, and in the distance, the mountainous terrain of the Alps fades into the hazy sky. Quinet's keen eye for detail and expert use of light and shadow create a sense of depth and perspective, adding to the viewer's immersive experience.