Lugano vanuit [?] Monte S. Salvatore, Zwitserland 1896

This 1896 photograph by Stengel & Co. captures the scenic beauty of Lugano, Switzerland, as seen from Monte San Salvatore. The black-and-white image showcases the town's picturesque location on the edge of a serene lake, framed by majestic mountains. This evocative landscape photograph is a testament to the enduring appeal of picturesque scenery and the artistic power of early photographic techniques. The image, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, is a reminder of the transformative impact of photography in capturing the beauty of the natural world.