Lovers Leap, Foochow 1869

"Lovers Leap, Foochow" is an albumen print created by John Thomson in 1869, documenting the landscapes of China. The photograph depicts a sprawling vista of rolling hills and verdant foliage, showcasing the natural beauty of Foochow. Thomson's use of a wide-angle lens captures the expansiveness of the scene, highlighting the distant mountain ranges and the foreground's lush greenery. The detail of the photo reveals the subtle texture of the earth and the graceful forms of the trees. This photograph is a fine example of the early work of John Thomson, known for his meticulous photographic documentation of China during the 19th century.