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Mammoth Three Grove Hotel Calaveras Co Cal. ca. 1878. Creator: Carleton Emmons Watkins
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Mammoth Three Grove Hotel Calaveras Co Cal. ca. 1878. Creator: Carleton Emmons Watkins
Mammoth Three Grove Hotel Calaveras Co Cal. ca. 1878
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Albumen Photograph Big Tree Calaveras Big Trees State Park Calaveras County Calaveras Grove California Carleton E Watkins Carleton Emmons Carleton Emmons Watkins Hotel National Park Redwood Round Sepia Sequoia Sequoiadendron Giganteum Watkins Watkins Carleton Emmons Wellingtonia Woods
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This photograph, titled "Mammoth Three Grove Hotel Calaveras Co Cal. ca. 1878" transports us back to the enchanting landscapes of 19th century California. Taken by renowned photographer Carleton Emmons Watkins, this albumen silver print captures the grandeur of nature and human ingenuity in perfect harmony. The image showcases the Mammoth Three Grove Hotel nestled amidst the majestic Calaveras Big Trees State Park in Calaveras County. Standing tall among a forest of towering redwood trees, this Victorian-style hotel exudes an air of elegance and charm. Its circular shape adds a unique architectural element that blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings. Watkins' expert use of sepia tones enhances the timeless beauty of this scene, while highlighting every intricate detail from the wellingtonia wood used for construction to the lush foliage surrounding it. The sheer size and age of these sequoias, known as Sequoiadendron giganteum, is awe-inspiring and reminds us of our place within nature's vast tapestry. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of history captured through Watkins' lens, we are transported to a bygone era where man sought solace in nature's embrace. This photograph serves as a testament to both human creativity and Mother Nature's enduring power - an exquisite blend that continues to captivate viewers even today.
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