Carleton E. Watkins
Cathedral Spires, Yosemite, from the series "Watkins' Pacific Coast"
1861
Emphasizing Yosemite's cathedral-like rock formations, this stereo view reflects the 19th-century tendency to find spiritual significance in Western landscapes, while demonstrating Watkins' technical mastery of albumen printing processes.
- Medium
- Albumen print, stereo
Spotted works by Carleton E. Watkins
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