Ruins of Saint Sebastian 1872 - 1873

"Ruins of Saint Sebastian" is a black and white photograph by Italian photographer Giorgio Sommer, created between 1872 and 1873. The photograph depicts a crumbling building, likely a church or a monastery, with a focus on the architectural details and the rubble surrounding it. Sommer was renowned for his photographic documentation of historical sites and landscapes in Italy. This photograph captures the remnants of a past era, offering a glimpse into the history and decay of a once-grand structure. The image showcases the photographer's keen eye for detail, as well as the transformative power of time on the built environment. It is now part of the Städel Museum's collection.