Waterleiding overbrugt een kloof bij Buitenzorg 1857 - 1908

This albumen print, created by Woodbury & Page between 1857 and 1908, captures a scene of the "Waterleiding overbrugt een kloof bij Buitenzorg" (Water Pipe Bridge over a Gorge near Buitenzorg). The photograph, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcases a waterfall flowing over a rudimentary wooden bridge, highlighting the natural beauty of the region. The lush vegetation surrounding the waterfall creates a sense of serenity and emphasizes the integration of nature and man-made structures. The intricate detail and realistic depiction are hallmarks of the albumen print process, which was a popular photographic technique during the 19th century.