Pompeii_ Fôro Civile, No. 5026 c. 1870 - 1880

Giacomo Brogi's "Pompeii_ Fôro Civile, No. 5026" (c. 1870-1880) is a black and white photograph showcasing the ruins of the ancient Roman city of Pompeii. The image captures the Forum, the central public space of the city, with Mount Vesuvius looming in the background. Brogi, known for his photographic documentation of Pompeii, used a wide-angle perspective to emphasize the scale of the ruins and the impact of the volcanic eruption that preserved the city in time. This photograph, now part of the Städel Museum collection, provides a glimpse into the past, inviting viewers to contemplate the grandeur of Roman civilization and the power of nature.