Lews Castle nabij Stornoway op Lewis in Schotland 1851 - 1880

This photograph, taken by Scottish photographer James Valentine between 1851 and 1880, depicts Lews Castle, a 19th-century castle located on the Isle of Lewis in Scotland. Valentine's use of a large format camera captures a clear and detailed view of the castle, showcasing its imposing facade, multiple towers, and the surrounding landscape. The castle is situated on a rocky outcropping overlooking a tranquil body of water, adding to the picturesque nature of the scene. The image is a fine example of Valentine's work, which captured important landmarks and historical buildings of his time, contributing significantly to the development of photographic documentation and landscape photography.