Gezicht op de kathedraal van Milaan 1860 - 1870

This stereoscopic image shows a panoramic view of the Milan Cathedral as captured by Ferrier Père-Fils et Soulier. Notice the cathedral's spires that dominate the skyline, each a pinnacle reaching towards the divine. Such verticality echoes the ancient obelisks of Egypt, repurposed here to symbolize Christian aspiration. Consider the rose windows, ornate and mesmerizing. These circular designs can be traced back to the rosettes found in ancient Roman architecture, symbolizing cyclical renewal. But it is not only the cathedral's elements that resonate. The very act of viewing this image through a stereoscope offers a profound psychological experience. The slightly offset images merge to create a three-dimensional effect, pulling the viewer into the scene. This relates to the ancient Greek concept of mimesis, where art imitates life, evoking emotional responses. The viewer subconsciously yearns to transcend the flat image and enter the sacred space.