Cathedral Rocks, Yosemite 1870 - 1874

"Cathedral Rocks, Yosemite" is a stunning albumen print by renowned American photographer Carleton E. Watkins. Created between 1870 and 1874, this image showcases Watkins' mastery of landscape photography. The photograph captures the majestic beauty of Yosemite Valley, with the towering granite cliffs of Cathedral Rocks reflecting in a serene pool of water. The composition emphasizes the vastness and grandeur of nature, highlighting the scale of the natural landscape and the delicate details of the surrounding vegetation. This iconic image is housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, and serves as a testament to Watkins' ability to capture the awe-inspiring beauty of the American West.