Gezicht op het Forum te Pompeï by Giorgio Sommer

Gezicht op het Forum te Pompeï 1857 - 1914

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This photograph by Giorgio Sommer captures the grandeur of the Forum in Pompeii, Italy. The image, taken between 1857 and 1914, depicts the ruins of the ancient Roman city, including a view of Mount Vesuvius in the distance. Sommer's use of photography allowed him to capture the detailed structure of the Forum, offering a glimpse into the ancient world for those unable to travel there. This work is now a part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam.