Kleine Scheidegg & Jungfrau c. 1910

Curator: This photograph, titled "Kleine Scheidegg & Jungfrau," offers a glimpse into the Swiss Alps through the lens of A. G. Wehrli. Editor: Immediately, I'm struck by the imposing scale. The mountains absolutely dwarf the buildings, creating a feeling of isolation. Curator: Indeed. This work, now residing at the Harvard Art Museums, presents an interesting perspective on how landscape photography captures the human relationship with nature. Think of the rise of tourism in the area. Editor: Right, so it’s not just about the sublime, untouched wilderness, but about framing that experience for others. It's quite a stark contrast of human intervention versus untouched majesty. Curator: It certainly invites reflection on that balance. Editor: A powerful reminder of how we shape, and are shaped by, our environment.