Frankfurt am Main_ The ancestral House Limpurg on the Römerberg, no. 1 1864

"Frankfurt am Main_ The ancestral House Limpurg on the Römerberg, no. 1" is a 1864 photograph by Carl Friedrich Mylius, showcasing the ancestral House Limpurg located on the Römerberg in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. This architectural photograph captures a historical building in a clear and direct manner, a style typical of 19th-century photography. The image is housed in the Städel Museum, a renowned art institution known for its diverse collection of paintings and prints. Mylius, born in 1827 and active as a photographer in Frankfurt am Main, is known for his detailed documentation of architecture and urban landscapes, making this photograph an important document of the city's history. The image offers a glimpse into the city's architecture during the mid-19th century, showcasing the building's architectural details like the stepped gables and the prominent clock tower.