Enfield Creek, near Ithaca, N.Y. 1st, or Lowest Fall, 60 feet high by J.C. Burritt

Enfield Creek, near Ithaca, N.Y. 1st, or Lowest Fall, 60 feet high 1860 - 1865

silver, print, photography

photo of handprinted image

16_19th-century

water colours

silver

natural tone

print

possibly oil pastel

photography

coloured pencil

men

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

natural palette

remaining negative space

watercolor

"Enfield Creek, near Ithaca, N.Y. 1st, or Lowest Fall, 60 feet high," is a stereograph by J.C. Burritt, dating back to 1860-1865. This work, currently held by The Art Institute of Chicago, captures the captivating beauty of the Enfield Creek waterfall. The stereograph, a type of photography popular in the 19th century, uses two slightly different perspectives to create a three-dimensional effect when viewed through a stereoscope. Burritt's image showcases the cascading water, the rugged rock formations, and the surrounding forest, offering a glimpse into the natural wonders of upstate New York. This piece is a testament to the evolving landscape of photography and the artistic representation of natural scenery.