"Piz Languard", Alpen, Zwitserland c. 1890 - 1915

This image of Piz Languard in the Swiss Alps, was captured some time ago by Photoglob & Co. The scene is constructed from contrasting tones, shades shifting in tone from dark to light. I can imagine the photographer, laden with equipment, trudging up the mountainside to capture the light in just the right way. It makes me think about what it's like to paint landscapes, to bring the outside in. I wonder, were they hoping to capture something sublime, something wild? See how the tonal variations give a sense of depth and texture to the rocky landscape, accentuating the rough, uneven surfaces? What does it mean to convey a feeling, a sensation through the contrasts of dark and light? Think how, even now, artists are inspired by this kind of imagery, sparking new conversations in art. It’s a constant dialogue, across time.