Boog van Titus, Rome 1861 - 1878

This stereoscopic photograph, "Boog van Titus, Rome," was created by Ernest Eléonor Pierre Lamy. The sepia tones and the dual presentation of the image invite us to consider the structural nature of perception. The composition is anchored by the monumental arch, its form replicated to enhance the three-dimensional effect. This duplication isn't merely representational; it accentuates the act of seeing, drawing attention to how our binocular vision constructs spatial reality. The arch itself, a symbol of Roman triumph and imperial power, is framed by the photographic process, suggesting a layering of historical and visual structures. The photograph's texture, grainy and aged, further emphasizes its material presence, reminding us of the mediation inherent in any representation. It serves not just as a window onto a scene, but as an object that shapes our understanding of space, time, and history. This photograph challenges us to look beyond the image, prompting questions about the very structures of seeing and knowing.