Buttes Chaumont, Paris
1864
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1864
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This photo shows a quiet lake with still water reflecting a rocky cliff. A thin suspension bridge stretches across, connecting two sides of the scene. On the right, a small building sits half-hidden by the rocks, and a lone figure walks the bridge. The image looks like it was taken with an early camera—grainy and slightly faded. The bridge’s cables and the calm water create a sense of balance. Next, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see this work in person.
