Owasco Lake, Cascade c. 1895

"Owasco Lake, Cascade" is a photo by William H. Rau from c. 1895 that captures a picturesque landscape of a railroad track running along the edge of Owasco Lake in New York. The image offers a glimpse into the late 19th-century American landscape, showcasing the integration of transportation infrastructure with nature. Rau's photographic style, typical of the period, focuses on capturing a realistic representation of the scene, emphasizing details of the track, surrounding vegetation, and the distant shoreline. The presence of a single figure on the tracks adds a sense of scale and human presence to the composition.