Temple of Vesta, and house of Rienzi, Rome before 1877

This 19th century photograph by J. Greer captures a scene in Rome featuring the Temple of Vesta, a circular building dedicated to the Roman goddess of hearth and home. The Temple of Vesta is a prominent feature in the image, with its ancient columns and rounded structure contrasting with the more modern building on the left side of the picture. The artist’s choice of composition allows for a comparison between these two structures. The image provides a glimpse of Roman architecture and history in a single frame.