1259 Pompei panorama c. 1888 - 1903

This black and white photograph titled "Pompei. Panorama" was taken by Italian photographer Giorgio Sommer between 1888 and 1903. The image shows a panoramic view of the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The ruins are visible in the foreground, while Mount Vesuvius looms in the background, its peak capped with smoke. This photo, now in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Sommer's artistry and his fascination with the remnants of Pompeii, offering a glimpse into the past.