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General view Niagara Falls Goat Island George Barker
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General view Niagara Falls Goat Island George Barker
General view of Niagara Falls and Goat Island; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894); Albany, New York, United States; 1880; Heliotype; 9.7 × 17.1 cm (3 13, 16 × 6 3, 4 in.)
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Media ID 18483907
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16 × 6 3 1844 1880 1894 3 13 Albany General View George Barker Goat Island Heliotype Niagara Falls
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This print captures the awe-inspiring beauty of Niagara Falls and Goat Island, as seen through the lens of George Barker. Taken in 1880 using the heliotype technique, this image transports us back to a time when nature's grandeur was captured with meticulous precision. The general view showcases the sheer power and magnificence of Niagara Falls, with its cascading waters creating a mesmerizing spectacle. The mist rising from the falls adds an ethereal quality to the scene, enhancing its enchanting allure. In the foreground lies Goat Island, a small piece of land nestled between two sections of Niagara Falls. Its lush greenery provides a stark contrast against the roaring waters surrounding it. George Barker, an American photographer born in Albany, New York in 1844, skillfully composed this photograph to showcase both natural wonders in all their glory. His attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this image; from capturing each droplet falling from the falls to highlighting every blade of grass on Goat Island. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Liszt Collection, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand one of nature's most breathtaking spectacles. It serves as a reminder that even amidst our modern world, there are still places where Mother Nature reigns supreme and leaves us humbled by her majesty.
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