Opgravingen te Pompeï 1870 - 1900

This anonymous photograph, “Opgravingen te Pompeï,” showcases the excavation of Pompeii, a Roman city buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The photograph, dated between 1870 and 1900, captures the arduous process of unearthing the ancient city, with workers carefully removing debris and stabilizing the structures. The image depicts a partially excavated structure, likely a temple or public building, with columns, walls, and fragments of the original architecture. This snapshot offers a glimpse into the challenging but rewarding task of archaeological exploration, as Pompeii slowly reveals its secrets.