Gezicht op de Sioule in de Auvergne 1904

This photograph, 'Gezicht op de Sioule in de Auvergne' by Delizy, captures a serene landscape with what looks like albumen on paper. The warm sepia tone gives it a timeless quality, making the scene feel both distant and immediate. I love how the light plays across the water, creating subtle gradations of tone that give depth to the composition. The texture of the rocks on the left, with their rough and uneven surfaces, contrasts beautifully with the smoother, more reflective surface of the river. Those tiny boats in the river suggest human presence without disrupting the tranquility of the scene. Looking at this piece makes me think of Gustave Le Gray, another photographer who captured landscapes with such a keen eye for light and detail. Like many great works, it's not about a single, fixed meaning but about the endless possibilities of seeing and feeling.