Gezicht op de waterval en het viaduct van Salins 1903

This sepia-toned photograph, titled "Gezicht op de waterval en het viaduct van Salins", captures the dramatic landscape of a waterfall and viaduct in Salins, France. Created in 1903 by the photographer Delizy, this image exemplifies the artistic approach to landscape photography prevalent in the early 20th century. The composition, with the viaduct spanning the valley and the waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff, highlights the interplay between human engineering and natural beauty. The soft, muted tones of the photograph further enhance the sense of tranquility and grandeur found in the scene. This piece, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into a specific time and place, showcasing the power of photographic documentation to capture the world around us.