Gezicht op de Gorges du Trient bij Vernayaz in Zwitserland met een man op een brug c. 1880 - 1920

Francis Frith, a renowned photographer of the Victorian era, captured the breathtaking beauty of the Gorges du Trient in Switzerland with this striking photograph. Dating from the late 19th century, the image showcases a narrow gorge carved by the Trient River, featuring a wooden bridge and a solitary figure standing upon it. Frith's masterful use of light and shadow highlights the dramatic landscape, emphasizing the scale of the towering cliffs. This photograph, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the picturesque landscapes that fascinated travelers during the Romantic period.