Untitled (United States Capital Building) c. late 19th century

"Untitled (United States Capital Building)" is a stereoscopic photograph created by J. F. Jarvis sometime in the late 19th century. Stereoscopic photographs create the illusion of depth when viewed through a stereoscope, which was a popular viewing device in the 19th century. Jarvis's image captures the iconic United States Capitol building, which was undergoing construction in the late 1800s, from a distant vantage point. The viewer can see the dome of the building, which was completed in 1860, and the surrounding landscape, which includes trees and a pathway leading towards the building. The image is housed at The Art Institute of Chicago.