On the Dunes Possibly 1894 - 1896

"On the Dunes" is a photogravure by Alfred Stieglitz, taken sometime between 1894 and 1896. The image depicts a woman, partially obscured by her clothing, sitting on a sand dune. Stieglitz's use of soft focus and atmospheric light creates a sense of mystery and melancholy, typical of his early work. The photogravure process, a technique Stieglitz mastered, was a prominent method for art reproduction during the late 19th century. This piece captures the essence of Pictorialism, a photographic movement that sought to elevate photography to the level of fine art.