Tropical Scenery, Darien Harbor - Looking South 1871

"Tropical Scenery, Darien Harbor - Looking South" is an 1871 albumen print by John Moran. The photograph depicts a serene view of Darien Harbor, likely taken from a vantage point that allows the viewer to look south across the water towards distant hills. The image focuses on the natural beauty of the landscape, capturing the stillness of the water and the lush greenery of the surrounding foliage. The muted tones of the print, characteristic of albumen prints, create a sense of tranquility. This image, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the photographic practices of the late 19th century and the beauty of the natural world that fascinated Moran.