The Castle of Chillon 1855

"The Castle of Chillon" is a striking 1855 photograph by John Joscelyn Coghill, showcasing the iconic medieval castle on Lake Geneva in Switzerland. Coghill's work captures the grandeur of the structure against the backdrop of the Swiss Alps, creating a timeless image. The reflection of the castle in the lake, a common theme in landscape photography, adds to the sense of tranquility and depth, enhancing the overall beauty of the image. This photograph is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York.