Treinstel met reizigers op de tandradspoorbaan op de flanken van de Vesuvius c. 1870 - 1900

This photograph, "Treinstel met reizigers op de tandradspoorbaan op de flanken van de Vesuvius," taken by Italian photographer Giorgio Sommer between 1870 and 1900, showcases a rack railway ascending the slopes of Mount Vesuvius. The image captures a moment in time when the train, filled with passengers, makes its way up the steep incline. The stark black and white composition highlights the industrial nature of the scene, emphasizing the contrast between the natural landscape and the man-made railway. Sommer, renowned for his picturesque landscapes, used this photograph to document the technological advancements of the era and capture the allure of the iconic Mount Vesuvius. This print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a fascinating historical snapshot of transportation and travel in 19th-century Italy.