Bergtop van Mount Temple before 1897

"Bergtop van Mount Temple" is a black and white photograph by Walter Dwight Wilcox, a renowned American mountaineer and photographer. Taken before 1897, the image depicts a rocky, snow-capped mountain peak. The stark lines and dramatic shadows capture the rugged beauty of the Canadian Rockies. Wilcox's keen eye for detail highlights the perilous nature of mountain climbing, a theme he explored extensively in his writings and photographs. This small, yet impactful image, is a testament to the pioneering spirit of early mountain exploration and the awe-inspiring power of nature.