Gezicht over de Theems bij Windsor before 1867

This is Francis Frith’s photographic print, “Gezicht over de Theems bij Windsor,” and it is housed at the Rijksmuseum. Frith, who lived from 1822 to 1898, was among the pioneers of photography in England. He was committed to using the new medium as a means of mass communication. Frith established a company that specialized in producing and distributing photographic prints to a wide audience. His images captured landscapes, architecture, and scenes of everyday life in Britain and abroad. This image of the Thames at Windsor provides a glimpse into the social and cultural life of 19th-century England. The river was a vital waterway for trade, transportation, and recreation. Windsor, home to Windsor Castle, held symbolic importance as a royal residence and a site of national history. To better understand Frith's work and its place in history, one can consult photographic journals, period newspapers, and business records. By studying these resources, we can gain insight into the social conditions that shaped artistic production and reception in the Victorian era.