Uitzicht op de lagune van Venetië, in de verte de kerk van San Giorgio Maggiore 1889 - 1893

This photograph, "Uitzicht op de lagune van Venetië, in de verte de kerk van San Giorgio Maggiore", was taken by Johanna Margaretha Piek between 1889 and 1893. The image captures a distant view of the San Giorgio Maggiore church in Venice, Italy, through a round aperture, which creates a unique and distorted perspective on the scene. Piek, a Dutch photographer known for her landscape and architectural photography, employed a technique known as "wet collodion" to capture the subtle details of the Venetian cityscape, showcasing her mastery of light and shadow. The photograph stands as a testament to Piek's keen eye and dedication to the art of photography.