Begrafenisstoet van monniken met puntmutsen bij ingang van een kerk in Italië c. 1868

This black and white photograph, "Begrafenisstoet van monniken met puntmutsen bij ingang van een kerk in Italië," by Giorgio Sommer (1834-1914), depicts a funeral procession in Italy. The photo, taken around 1868, captures a group of monks dressed in white robes, carrying a coffin decorated with ornate carving. The scene unfolds outside a church, revealing a glimpse of the building's facade and the cobblestone street. Sommer, a renowned photographer, captures the solemnity and ritualistic nature of the event, offering a visual glimpse into religious practices of the time. The photograph is an example of 19th-century photographic documentation, offering insights into social and cultural aspects of the past. This image, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, exemplifies Sommer's skill in capturing the nuances of light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and detail in the image.