Gezicht op een deel van de Heidense muur te Sainte-Odile before 1894

"Gezicht op een deel van de Heidense muur te Sainte-Odile" is a black and white photograph by Charles Bernhoeft, taken before 1894. The photograph depicts a stone wall, likely part of a Roman-era fortification, overgrown with vegetation and nestled within a forested landscape. Sunlight filters through the trees, casting a dramatic light on the scene. Bernhoeft's keen eye for detail and composition is evident in the photograph, which showcases the beauty of nature intertwined with human history. The image, with its focus on ancient structures and the serenity of the natural world, invites viewers to contemplate the passage of time and the enduring presence of the past. This photograph is a striking example of "pictoresque" style, popular in the late 19th century, that emphasizes the beauty and tranquility of natural landscapes.