Gezicht op een koraalrif voor de kust van Nukulau before 1899

"Gezicht op een koraalrif voor de kust van Nukulau" is a black and white photograph by Maximilian Agassiz. This image depicts a coral reef in the South Pacific. The photograph's grainy texture adds to its sense of authenticity, creating a sense of the reef's rough beauty. The photo's composition emphasizes the vast expanse of the coral reef, giving viewers a sense of scale and the natural world's immense power. This photograph is a snapshot of a place and time before the extensive effects of climate change on coral reefs were known. It provides a valuable look at the natural beauty of the region and a glimpse into its history.