At Lake Como Possibly 1887 - 1896

"At Lake Como" is a photo by Alfred Stieglitz, taken sometime between 1887 and 1896. This photo captures a moment of daily life on the shores of Lake Como, Italy. The composition is focused on a group of women doing laundry, with boats and a pier in the background. Stieglitz, a pioneer of Pictorialism, captured the scene with a soft focus and subtle lighting, highlighting the beauty of everyday life. This photo showcases the influence of European Impressionism on Stieglitz’s work, demonstrating his artistic evolution from traditional photography to a more expressive, artistic style.