Created on 2024-01-26

This is a sepia-toned historical photograph depicting a serene natural landscape. The scene captures a tranquil lake nestled within a rugged, tree-covered terrain. The waterbody is known as Apache Lake and it's located in the Sierra Blanca Range in Arizona. The image portrays a variety of plant life, including dense clumps of trees with some trees featuring prominently in the foreground, creating an overhanging canopy above the water. The topography appears mildly undulating, with rocky formations rising toward the right side of the image. This photograph exudes a calm and timeless wilderness atmosphere, and the quality of light and absence of any modern elements suggest it was taken in an earlier historical period. The photograph is labeled with location information and states that it is part of the Geographical & Geological Explorations & Surveys West of the 100th Meridian, specifically from the Expedition of 1873, led by Lieutenant George M. Wheeler of the Corps of Engineers. The text at the bottom indicates the photography studio of T.H. O’Sullivan, Phot.

Created on 2024-03-30

The image shows a scenic landscape featuring Apache Lake in the Sierra Blanca Range of Arizona. The lake is surrounded by lush, forested hills and cliffs, with the trees and vegetation reflected in the calm waters. The scene has a serene and tranquil atmosphere, capturing the natural beauty of the area.