De Clifton Suspension Bridge c. 1901

This photograph, titled “De Clifton Suspension Bridge,” is a black and white image of the Clifton Suspension Bridge, taken by Dutch photographer Frits Freerks Fontein Fz. in 1901. The image is a classic example of early 20th-century photography, capturing the bridge's imposing structure and its setting against a backdrop of lush foliage. Fontein Fz., known for his landscape and architectural photography, was drawn to the bridge's architectural marvel and its visual impact, capturing it with a detail that highlights the bridge's intricate design. This image serves as a testament to the photographic legacy of Fontein Fz. and his ability to capture the essence of a structure in a single frame.