Fotoalbum met 65 foto's met stadsgezichten en beeldhouwwerken uit Italië 1870 - 1890

This photo album, bound with marbled paper, contains sixty-five images of Italian cityscapes and sculptures. The album's anonymous creation and the selection of its contents offer a fascinating glimpse into cultural tourism and its impact on artistic representation. Italy, with its rich history and artistic heritage, had become a popular destination for travelers, particularly from Northern Europe and America. The photographs within this album not only catered to the tourists' desire to capture their experiences, but also shaped their perceptions of Italian culture. The act of compiling such an album speaks to the democratization of art appreciation. As historians, we can delve deeper, exploring travelogues, guidebooks, and other period materials to understand the social and institutional frameworks that underpinned this cultural exchange. The album becomes a lens through which we can examine the intricate relationships between art, tourism, and cultural identity.