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G. A. Reid and Chas. Wagner: Philadelphia in Perspective, c. 1883 (cyanotype)
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G. A. Reid and Chas. Wagner: Philadelphia in Perspective, c. 1883 (cyanotype)
996294 G.A. Reid and Chas. Wagner: Philadelphia in Perspective, c.1883 (cyanotype) by American Photographer, (19th century); 8.8x11.6 cm; Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto, Canada; © Art Gallery of Ontario; Gift of Mary Wrinch Reid to the E.P. Taylor Reference Library, 1957, Transferred to the permanent collection, 1986
Media ID 22248346
© Art Gallery of Ontario Gift of Mary Wrinch Reid to the E.P. Taylor Reference Library, 1957, Transferred to the permanent collection, 1986 / Bridgeman Images
Distance Illusion Large Optical Effect Optical Experiment Optical Illusion Optical Phenomenon Perspective Philadelphia Scale Small Trick Trompe L Oeil Trompe Loeil Black And White Photograph
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In this intriguing cyanotype print titled "G. A. Reid and Chas. Wagner: Philadelphia in Perspective, c. 1883" we are transported back to the 19th century, where a playful optical illusion takes center stage. The photograph captures a man standing in a vast field, holding what appears to be an ordinary photograph. Upon closer inspection, however, we realize that this is no ordinary image but rather a trompe l'oeil masterpiece. Through clever manipulation of perspective and scale, the photographer has managed to create an astonishing optical effect that tricks our eyes into perceiving Philadelphia as both miniature and larger than life simultaneously. The small figure of G. A. Reid alongside his companion Chas. Wagner adds an element of humor to the scene as they stand amidst the grandeur of their imagined cityscape. It's as if they have stumbled upon their own creation or perhaps discovered a hidden secret within the landscape. This artwork not only showcases the technical skill of the American photographer but also invites us to question our perception of reality itself. As we marvel at this mesmerizing optical phenomenon, it serves as a reminder that sometimes things are not always what they seem – even when captured through the lens of a camera. Displayed proudly in Toronto's Art Gallery of Ontario since its transfer from Mary Wrinch Reid's collection in 1986, this remarkable piece continues to captivate viewers with its unique blend of artistry and imagination.
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