Adam's THE LIBRARY COLLECTION 1st May 2024

123 www.adams.ie The Library Collection | 1 st May 2024 240 A collection of 12 Victorian framed Stereographic views of Ireland. printed photographs from the 1860/70’s possibly by Wil- liam Lawerence and others, entitled “Gems of Irish scen- ery” the Ablana series. 21cm x 29.5cm € 1,000 - 1,500 Stereoscopic view cards, often referred to as stereoviews or stereographs, are captivating ar- tifacts that offer a unique glimpse into the past. These cards, popularized in the 19th and early 20th centuries, utilise the principles of binocular vision to create a three-dimensional effect when viewed through a stereoscope. Each stereoview consists of two nearly identical images, taken from slightly different perspectives to mimic the way human eyes perceive depth. When viewed through a stereoscope, these images converge, producing a striking illusion of depth and immer- sion.