Cruseilles Bridge 1864 La Caille Antique Lithograph Haute Savoie France

Description

Cruseilles Bridge and the dramatic landscape of La Caille depicted in an antique lithograph dating from circa 1864.

This view shows the suspension bridge and the thermal baths site near Cruseilles in Haute-Savoie France. Rocky cliffs frame the deep gorge while buildings and small figures bring life and scale to the composition.

The bridge stretches high above the gorge contrasting with the rugged landscape below. The combination of architecture rock formations and flowing water gives this nineteenth-century view considerable decorative appeal.

The print records the appearance of La Caille during the nineteenth century and reflects the period’s interest in picturesque scenery travel and engineering. It would suit a collection devoted to French regional views historic bridges Alpine landscapes or thermal resorts.

Details:
• Technique: lithograph.
• Date: circa 1864.
• Location: La Caille near Cruseilles Haute-Savoie France.
• Full sheet: 47.7 × 32.7 cm.
• Printed image: 31.4 × 22 cm.