Gezicht op Keulen 1883

This photograph, "Gezicht op Keulen," taken in 1883 by Anselm Schmitz, captures a stunning panorama of Cologne, Germany. The image showcases the city's iconic Cologne Cathedral in the distance, rising majestically above the cityscape. The foreground is dominated by a bustling harbor with numerous boats and a wooden pontoon bridge spanning the Rhine River. Schmitz's photograph is a captivating example of 19th-century urban landscape photography, offering a glimpse into the thriving city of Cologne at the time.