Gezicht op restanten van het forum te Pompeï met op de achtergrond de Vesuvius c. 1860 - 1900

This black and white photograph, "Gezicht op restanten van het forum te Pompeï met op de achtergrond de Vesuvius," by Giorgio Sommer, captures the ruins of the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, which was buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The image depicts the remains of the Forum, a public space used for political and social gatherings, with the majestic Mount Vesuvius towering in the background. This photo is a testament to the power of nature and the enduring legacy of Roman civilization. It was taken sometime between 1860 and 1900, a time when photography was beginning to be used as a tool for documenting historical sites and archaeological discoveries. The image's composition and clarity make it a valuable historical document and a captivating glimpse into the past.