Effet de Soleil - Océan - no. 23 1856

"Effet de Soleil - Océan - no. 23" is a 1856 salt print photograph by Gustave Le Gray. It depicts a seascape with a vast expanse of water, with a bright sun glinting off the surface and creating a path of light towards the horizon. The dark and moody sky with clouds adds depth and contrast to the image. Le Gray was a pioneer of landscape photography and known for his large-scale, highly detailed and dramatic scenes. His artistic contributions made a significant impact on the evolution of the medium during the 19th century.