Wharfe and Pool, Below the Strid 1854

"Wharfe and Pool, Below the Strid" (1854) by Roger Fenton is a striking example of landscape photography during the Victorian era. The image captures the serene beauty of the River Wharfe in Yorkshire, England, with two figures silhouetted against the hazy light, casting a sense of tranquility and isolation. Fenton’s use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, characteristic of his work, which was highly influential in the development of photography as an artistic medium. The print is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.