Voyage en Suisse 1868

"Voyage en Suisse" (1868) by Louis Ghémar is a humorous illustration depicting a photographer perched precariously atop a large camera with a mountain backdrop. The scene alludes to the challenges and triumphs of capturing Swiss landscapes through photography. The use of caricature highlights the artist's keen observation of the photographer's craft. Ghémar, a prominent illustrator, often used his art to satirize contemporary life, and this image captures the spirit of travel and the nascent world of photography. The illustration is a charming reminder of the early days of photography and the allure of capturing the beauty of nature.