Gezicht op boomstammen in het water en huizen om het water c. 1888 - 1893

"Gezicht op boomstammen in het water en huizen om het water" (View of tree trunks in the water and houses around the water) is a black and white photograph by Impi Backman, a Finnish artist known for his landscapes and cityscapes. Captured between 1888 and 1893, the image depicts a serene river scene with a cluster of log booms in the foreground, a modest wooden house nestled amongst trees in the distance, and a verdant, rural landscape. The photograph showcases Backman's keen eye for capturing the tranquility and beauty of Finnish natural settings, highlighting the importance of water and wood in the Finnish cultural landscape.