The Elephant Rock 1858

"The Elephant Rock" is a salt print photograph captured by Linnaeus Tripe in 1858. It depicts a majestic rock formation, resembling an elephant, against a vast, barren landscape. The photograph is characterized by its sharp detail, capturing the texture and contours of the rock formation, as well as the desolate beauty of the surrounding environment. The work is considered a significant example of early landscape photography and a testament to Tripe's skill in capturing the grandeur of the natural world. The photograph is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.