Self-Portrait with camera, tripod and pistol 1886

Alfred Stieglitz's "Self-Portrait with Camera, Tripod and Pistol" from 1886, showcases the artist's early experimentation with photography. In the image, Stieglitz is captured standing in a verdant outdoor setting, his gaze directed at the camera he holds in his hand. The composition draws attention to the tools of his craft - a large-format camera mounted on a tripod - and the presence of a pistol further adds a layer of intrigue and symbolism to the self-portrait. The work is a testament to the artist's growing interest in photography as a medium of artistic expression, as well as his fascination with the complexities of identity and the nature of self-representation.