James H Richardson Collection

Chapel Beach, 1872. Creator: James H. Richardson
Chapel Beach, 1872. Waterfall and Chapel Rock (known as La Chapelle by early European explorers), Lake Superior, Michigan, USA

Rainbow Falls, 1872. Creator: James H. Richardson
Rainbow Falls, 1872. View of the Glen Creek falls which run through the gorge at Watkins Glen, New York State, USA. The Watkins Glen State Reservation was opened to the public in 1863

On the Beach, 1872. Creator: James H. Richardson
On the Beach, 1872. People take the air at Newport, Rhode Island, USA. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In, A Delineation by Pen and Pencil of the Mountains, Rivers

La Crosse Harbor, 1872. Creator: James H. Richardson
La Crosse Harbor, 1872. Stormy weather on Lake Superior, USA. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In, A Delineation by Pen and Pencil of the Mountains, Rivers

Scenes in Chicago, 1874. Creator: James H. Richardson
Scenes in Chicago, 1874. Entrance to Chicago River; Chicago river from Madison Street bridge; On Wabash Avenue; Michigan Avenue; Portico of the Board of Trade, Illinois, USA

Eroded Sandstones, Monument Park, 1874. Creator: James H. Richardson
Eroded Sandstones, Monument Park, 1874. Rock formations near Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA....fantastic groups of eroded sandstone...If one should imagine a great number of gigantic sugar-loaves

Hartford, from Colts Factory, 1874. Creator: James H. Richardson
Hartford, from Colts Factory, 1874. Steam locomotive crossing the Little River at Hartford, Connecticut, USA. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In

Scenes in Baltimore, 1874. Creator: James H. Richardson
Scenes in Baltimore, 1874. Places in the city of Baltimore, Maryland, USA: Locust Point, " Pungies" [schooners] coming up the Chesapeake, Spears Wharf, Calvert Street

Drive along the Wissahickon, 1874. Creator: James H. Richardson
Drive along the Wissahickon, 1874. Carriage ride near the Wissahickon Creek, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. A wide carriage-road runs along the bank of the Wissahickon

Dubuque, from Kellys Bluff, 1874. Creator: James H. Richardson
Dubuque, from Kellys Bluff, 1874. View of the city of Dubuque on the River Mississippi, Iowa, USA. The Illinois Central Railroad bridge can be seen on the right

Scenes in Druid Hill Park, 1874. Creator: James H. Richardson
Scenes in Druid Hill Park, 1874. Waterfall, drinking fountain, boating lake and bandstand in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. Druid-Hill Park lies immediately on the northern suburbs of the city

Boston Highlands, 1874. Creator: James H. Richardson
Boston Highlands, 1874. View of the Cochituate Standpipe, a water tower built in 1869, in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In

Titans Pier, Mount Holyoke, 1874. Creator: James H. Richardson
Titans Pier, Mount Holyoke, 1874. Rock formation in the Holyoke Range, Massachusetts, USA. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In, A Delineation by Pen and Pencil of the Mountains

Scenes on the North Branch of the Susquehanna, 1874. Creator: James H. Richardson
Scenes on the North Branch of the Susquehanna, 1874....the furnace on Hunlocks Creek, Nanticoke ferry, Danville, the hemlock-gatherers, the stone-quarry, etc

The Schuylkill - View from Landsdowne, 1874. Creator: James H. Richardson
The Schuylkill - View from Landsdowne, 1874. The River Schuylkill at Lansdowne, Pennsylvania, USA. From the heights of Landsdowne there is a wider scope of vision

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James H. Richardson, a talented creator from the 19th century, captured the essence of nature and cityscapes with his remarkable photographs. In Chapel Beach, 1872, he transports us to a serene coastal haven where waves gently caress the shore. Rainbow Falls, also in 1872, reveals Richardson's ability to freeze time as sunlight dances through cascading waterfalls, creating a breathtaking spectacle. On the Beach, another masterpiece from 1872 by James H. Richardson showcases his keen eye for capturing moments of tranquility amidst crashing waves and sandy shores. Moving inland to La Crosse Harbor in that same year allows us to witness Richardson's versatility as he captures bustling port activity against a picturesque backdrop. Scenes in Chicago (1874) demonstrate Richardson's talent for documenting urban life during this period of rapid growth and change. His lens immortalizes iconic landmarks and everyday scenes alike - each frame telling its own unique story. Eroded Sandstones at Monument Park (1874) showcase nature's artistry carved into ancient rock formations while Hartford emerges majestically from Colt Factory (also 1874), revealing an industrial landscape transformed into something grandiose under Richardson's gaze. Traveling further southward brings us Scenes in Baltimore (1874), where we glimpse the city's vibrant streets teeming with life and energy. A drive along Wissahickon (also 1874) immerses us in verdant landscapes dotted with charming bridges that seem straight out of a fairytale. Dubuque beckons from Kellys Bluff (also 1874), offering panoramic views over this riverside town steeped in history and charm. Meanwhile, Druid Hill Park unveils its natural beauty through Richardsons' lens - every tree seems alive with secrets waiting to be discovered (Scenes in Druid Hill Park).