Personen in een landschap met op de achtergrond een dorp of stad c. 1870 - 1890

This 19th-century photograph, “Personen in een landschap met op de achtergrond een dorp of stad”, by J.W. Wentzel, captures a serene landscape with a small village in the distance. The image is composed of a field in the foreground, with two figures standing in the middle ground, and a village nestled amongst trees on the horizon. The photographer's skillful use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and tranquility. Wentzel, born in 1855 and active from 1870 to 1890, was known for his landscape photography. This photograph exemplifies his talent for capturing the beauty of everyday scenes.