Albula line of the Rhaetian Railway by Kees van den Burg

About "Albula line of the Rhaetian Railway"

by Kees van den Burg

About the artwork

Albula Railway with a steam locomotive on the Schmittentoble Brücke and the famous Landwasser Viaduct in the background. The image was taken shortly after its opening in 1904 and coloured using the Photochrome technique.

The Rhaetian Railway, abbreviated as RhB, is a well-known Swiss railway company operating in the canton of Graubünden. The company operates an extensive railway network, including the famous Albula and Bernina lines, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites for their spectacular scenery and engineering feats. Known for its red trains, RhB provides an essential transport service for both locals and tourists in the region.

The Albula Bahn is a railway line in Switzerland that runs through the Albula Valley. It is part of the Rhaetian Railway and is known for its spectacular scenery and impressive engineering. The line is famous for its steep slopes, tunnels and viaducts, including the famous Landwasserviaduct. The Albula Railway has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008 for its cultural and historical significance.

The photochrome technique is a photolithographic process developed in the late 19th century. It was used to produce colour photographs's from black-and-white negatives. By printing different lithographic stones using different colours of ink, an accurate reproduction of the original scene could be made. Photochrome prints were popular for producing postcards and travel pictures's because of their realism and colourfulness. This technique played an important role in the early spread of colour photo's before colour photography was widespread.