Where can I see The Upper Himmalayahs. View in the Buspa Valley from Sangla?

The Upper Himmalayahs. View in the Buspa Valley from Sangla is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is The Upper Himmalayahs. View in the Buspa Valley from Sangla?

The Upper Himmalayahs. View in the Buspa Valley from Sangla is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

The Upper Himmalayahs. View in the Buspa Valley from Sangla

The Upper Himmalayahs. View in the Buspa Valley from Sangla is a photography by the Impressionist artist Samuel Bourne. It dates from 1866 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. This photograph, titled 'The Upper Himmalayahs.

Accession no.: 2024.5.22
Credit line: Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase Fund

About this work

Overview

This photograph, titled 'The Upper Himmalayahs. View in the Buspa Valley from Sangla', is part of a collection of images documenting the Himalayas and Indian cities in the 1860s. It captures a serene landscape of the Buspa Valley.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a valley with sharp peaks, a winding river, and small villages on green slopes under a pale sky, presenting a tranquil Himalayan landscape.

Technique & Style

The photograph was created using a labor-intensive process involving heavy cameras and glass plates that were coated, exposed, and developed on location, requiring patience and technical skill.

History & Provenance

Taken in the 1860s, this photograph is a historical record of the region's appearance before significant changes occurred in the 20th century.