Clamshell Cave, Staffa c. mid 19th century

This stereoscopic photograph, "Clamshell Cave, Staffa," by G. W. Wilson, captures the dramatic rock formations of Staffa, a volcanic island in Scotland. The image features a large cave carved by the sea, with its striking, layered rock formations. The 19th-century landscape photographer, Wilson, is known for his picturesque scenes and use of stereoscopic photography, a technique that creates a 3-D effect. The photograph, held by the Art Institute of Chicago, invites viewers to experience the grandeur of nature through a unique visual lens.