"Bandit Hall" 1866

"Bandit Hall" is a stereoscopic photograph taken in 1866 by Chas. Waldack. The image depicts a scene inside Mammoth Cave, a large cave system in Kentucky, USA. The photograph shows a group of people gathered in the cave, illuminated by a magnesium flash. The use of magnesium flash was a relatively new technique at the time and allowed photographers to capture images in low-light environments. Waldack’s photograph is a testament to the advancements in photography in the 19th century and provides a glimpse into the history of the cave. This photograph is a prime example of stereoscopic photography which uses two lenses to capture an image. It is currently held by the Art Institute of Chicago.