Plaat met een gezicht op de Walliser Alpen en de Alpen in Vaud before 1895

This is a photographic plate from a book by R. Demole, created before 1895. It depicts two scenes of the Swiss Alps, one showing a chalet surrounded by trees in the foreground, and another showing a valley with a village nestled in the foothills. The plate is a small, intimate depiction of the Swiss landscape, offering a glimpse into the beauty and serenity of the region. The title of the book, "Alpes Vaudoises & Vallaisannes", suggests that Demole was documenting the specific area of the Vaud and Valais cantons in Switzerland, focusing on their alpine scenery. The plates are examples of early photography and its application in documenting landscapes, particularly in a time when travel and exploration were becoming increasingly popular.