Lower Ausable Lake-Indian Head 1891

"Lower Ausable Lake-Indian Head," a black and white photograph by Seneca Ray Stoddard, captures the scenic beauty of the Lower Ausable Lake in New York. Taken in 1891, the image showcases a rocky cliff face on the lake's edge, which resembles an "Indian Head," as the title suggests. The photograph captures the tranquil landscape with a small rowboat in the foreground, highlighting the natural beauty of the area. Stoddard, a renowned photographer of the late 19th century, used his work to document and popularize the beauty of the Adirondack region. This image, with its captivating composition and sharp detail, embodies the aesthetic principles of the Pictorialist movement and serves as a testament to the enduring allure of the Adirondack wilderness.