The Matterhorn, Victorian period, hand coloured photo

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The Matterhorn, Victorian period, hand coloured photo

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Climbers Climbing Matterhorn

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Step back in time with this hand-coloured photograph of The Matterhorn, captured during the Victorian era. The image, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us to an era of exploration and adventure. The Matterhorn, a symbol of the Swiss Alps and one of the most famous mountains in the world, is depicted in all its majestic glory. The snow-capped peak, with its distinctive triangular shape, rises dramatically against the clear blue sky. The intricate details of the mountain's rugged terrain are brought to life through the delicate hand-colouring, adding a vibrant and almost surreal quality to the scene. The photograph also captures the sense of excitement and danger that surrounded early mountain climbing expeditions. A group of intrepid climbers can be seen making their way up the mountain, their tiny figures dwarfed by the towering peak. The use of a lantern slide adds to the vintage feel of the image, transporting us back to a time when such photographs were projected onto screens for entertainment and education. The Victorian period, characterized by its ornate decoration and love of the natural world, is reflected in the intricate hand-colouring and the romanticized depiction of the mountain. The Edwardian era, which followed, saw a renewed interest in mountaineering and exploration, making this photograph a fascinating glimpse into the past. This hand-coloured photograph of The Matterhorn is not only a beautiful work of art but also a historical document, offering a unique insight into the past and the fascination with the natural world that continues to this day.

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