Niagara In Winter 1860 - 1861
anthonyandcompany
theartinstituteofchicago
silver, print, photography
photo of handprinted image
shape in negative space
16_19th-century
negative space
silver
egg art
natural tone
natural composition
photography
men
united-states
watercolour bleed
watercolour illustration
remaining negative space
watercolor
"Niagara in Winter" is a stereoscopic photograph by the firm of Anthony and Company, taken between 1860 and 1861. This photograph captures the frozen beauty of Niagara Falls in winter. The two images, when viewed through a stereoscope, create a three-dimensional effect, allowing viewers to appreciate the depth and scale of the icy landscape. The image showcases the powerful force of nature even in its frozen state, with the icy curtain hanging off the side of the cliff contrasting with the flowing water at the bottom. This photograph is a testament to the popularity of stereoscopic photography in the 19th century, offering a glimpse into a bygone era and the captivating beauty of Niagara Falls.
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