Gezicht op een kloof in het Franconia Notch State Park before 1878

This stereoscopic image by the Bierstadt Brothers, taken before 1878, shows a dramatic view of The Flume, a narrow gorge in the Franconia Notch State Park in New Hampshire. The image captures the impressive scale of the granite cliffs and the rushing water of the Pemigewasset River, which cascades through the gorge. The detailed caption provides a vivid description of the natural wonder, highlighting its unique features like the large suspended boulder and the rustic bridges that offer a vantage point for viewing the scene. This image offers a glimpse into a popular tourist destination in the 19th century, a time when nature photography was flourishing.