Grizzly Giant, Mariposa

Carleton Watkins (American, 1829-1916)

Grizzly Giant, Mariposa, 1861

Albumen print

Longfellow-George Washington Headquarters National Historic Site

In the 19th century, photographing areas like this meant carrying 2000 pounds of camera equipment, including 18” x 22” glass plate negatives, on 12 mules through rugged terrain.