Gezicht op een kanaal en een brug op het Belle Isle Park before 1889

This photograph, "Gezicht op een kanaal en een brug op het Belle Isle Park," taken by Shipley & Ladd before 1889, depicts a tranquil scene of a canal and bridge at Belle Isle Park. The image showcases the picturesque beauty of the park, with tall trees lining the banks of the waterway. This small-format photograph, measuring 110 mm in height and 191 mm in width, offers a glimpse into the park's landscape and the natural beauty that attracted visitors in the late 19th century. The photograph is an example of the early development of photography as a medium for capturing landscapes and documenting historical locations.