“The Echo” is a photograph taken by artist Julia Margaret Cameron in 1868. The photograph depicts a portrait of a woman, her gaze directed slightly off-camera, creating a contemplative or introspective appearance. She has long, flowing hair that cascades over her shoulders and a portion of her attire visible resembles clothing from the era the photograph was taken. The soft focus, typical of Cameron’s style, lends a dreamy quality to the image, emphasizing its artistic rather than documentary nature. The photograph’s tonality and composition highlight the subject’s distinct features and the overall ethereal atmosphere.