Maastikvaade

Maastikvaade is an Estonian term that refers to the view of the landscape or a landscape-oriented view. It denotes the visual representation of a broad, often horizontal scene, emphasizing horizons, scenery and the overall impression of the natural or man-made environment. The word combines maastik (landscape) and vaade (view).

In photography and visual arts, maastikvaade describes landscape-oriented compositions, typically capturing wide scenes rather than close-up details. It is often contrasted with portreevaade, the portrait orientation that highlights height and figures more than breadth. In descriptive contexts, the term signals that the subject matter centers on natural or scenic elements such as fields, hills, water, and distant horizons.

In practical contexts such as real estate, tourism or travel writing, maastikvaade may describe the scenic view visible from a location, from a window, or from a specific vantage point. The emphasis is on the quality and breadth of the surrounding scenery, which can influence the perceived value or appeal of a place or property.

Related terms include maastik (landscape) and vaade (view), as well as maastikfotograafia, the field of landscape photography. Maastikvaade functions primarily as a descriptive label for wide, scenery-focused visual representation rather than a strict technical category.