Dürrenhorn, Hohberghorn, Steck-Nadelhorn, Pennine Alps 1908

Curator: This photograph, attributed to A. G. Wehrli, showcases the Dürrenhorn, Hohberghorn, and other majestic peaks in the Pennine Alps. It’s simply labeled "Dürrenhorn, Hohberghorn, Steck-Nadelhorn, Pennine Alps." Editor: My first thought? Drama. The stark contrasts of the snow and rock, the way the light catches the peaks... it feels almost operatic. Curator: Absolutely. These early landscape photos, they're not just capturing a scene; they're conveying a sense of awe, of the sublime power of nature. Editor: And also, perhaps, a commentary on our relationship to these spaces. The Alps, often romanticized, were also sites of intense exploitation and, increasingly, are impacted by climate change. This pristine image belies a complex history. Curator: A poignant reminder of our ever-evolving perspective. The artist offers us a glimpse, and we, in turn, bring our own stories to bear. Editor: Precisely. Art is never truly static, is it? It's always in dialogue with the present.