Yosemite Hotel 1867

This stereoscopic photograph, taken in 1867 by renowned photographer Eadweard Muybridge, captures the Yosemite Hotel in the heart of Yosemite Valley, California. The image showcases the hotel, a simple wooden structure nestled amongst towering trees and a flowing river. Muybridge’s detailed approach to capturing the landscape highlights the beauty and grandeur of Yosemite National Park, which had only recently been established. The stereoscopic format, popular in the 19th century, offers a three-dimensional perspective that draws viewers into the scene.