Waterbuffel op de Filipijnen 1902

This anonymous stereoscopic photograph, titled "Waterbuffel op de Filipijnen" (Water Buffalo in the Philippines), captures the head of a water buffalo in the Philippines. Taken in 1902, it showcases the animal's distinctive large horns and the unique environment of the Philippines. The photograph uses a split-screen format, creating a 3D effect when viewed through a stereoscope. These early stereoscopic photographs provided a unique window into the world for Victorian audiences, bringing distant lands and exotic creatures closer. The photograph is an excellent example of early 20th century photography and the evolving genre of stereoscopy.