Bathing scene, Coney Island. New York (state) 19th Century Stereoscope Card.

Stereographs are devices capable of building a three-dimensional​ image out of two photographs that have about two and a half inches difference between them so that it could imitate the two eyes’ real field of view. Combining these images into a single one with the help of stereoscope, a person can experience the illusion of the image’s depth. Stereoscope uses the same principle as in human binocular vision. Our eyes are separated by about two inches, so we see everything from two different angles. When the brain combined those views in a single picture, we get the spatial depth and dimension. Stereographs were extremely popular between 1850 and 1930 all around the world. Millions of stereographs were made during that time. There was a broad range of themes: landscape, travel, historical moments, nature disasters, architecture and many others. Nowadays, simply launch this collection full screen and put your mobile device in Google Cardboard Viewer.

Alfred S. Campbell's studio was renowned for its high-quality portraits, often taken using natural light and soft-focus techniques that gave his subjects a dreamy, ethereal quality. He was particularly adept at capturing the personalities and emotions of his sitters, and his portraits were sought after by politicians, celebrities and other prominent figures of the day. In addition to his portrait work, Campbell was also an accomplished landscape photographer, and he travelled extensively throughout the United States and Europe to capture scenic vistas and architectural landmarks. His photographs were widely exhibited and published in books and magazines, and he received numerous awards and honours for his contributions to the field of photography. Campbell continued to work as a photographer until his death in 1912, leaving behind a legacy of beautiful and timeless images that continue to inspire and captivate viewers today.