Berglandschap met meanderende rivier; de Alpen c. 1860 - 1880

This stereoscopic photograph, "Berglandschap met meanderende rivier; de Alpen", was created by Achille Quinet between 1860 and 1880. The image depicts a winding river snaking through a mountainous valley, capturing the grandeur of the Alps. The use of stereoscopy, which creates a three-dimensional effect, was popular in the 19th century and allowed viewers to experience the landscapes as if they were there. This piece, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the development of photography as a tool for capturing the natural world.