Gezicht op de American Falls before 1880

"Gezicht op de American Falls" (View of the American Falls) is a photograph by George Barker, a prominent photographer who lived from 1844 to 1894. This photograph, taken before 1880, captures a breathtaking view of the American Falls at Niagara Falls. The image showcases the power and grandeur of the natural wonder, with the cascading water appearing as a blurred, milky white expanse against a backdrop of trees. Barker's use of a long exposure and the subtle tonal range of the print add to the drama and magnificence of the scene. The photograph's dimensions are 94 mm in height and 171 mm in width, making it a compact but captivating view of this iconic natural landmark.