2522 Vesuvio Ferrovia funicolare c. 1893 - 1903

"2522 Vesuvio Ferrovia funicolare" is a black and white photograph by Giorgio Sommer, taken between 1893 and 1903. It depicts a winding road leading up to the base of Mount Vesuvius in Italy, with a funicular railway system ascending the volcanic slopes. Sommer, a renowned photographer of the 19th century, captured the dramatic landscape of the region with a stark and realistic style. This photograph is a testament to Sommer's keen eye for capturing the beauty of natural environments. The image is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam, Netherlands.