Schelpengrotto in het Palazzo Borromeo op Isola Bella 1861 - 1878

This stereoscopic photograph, "Schelpengrotto in het Palazzo Borromeo op Isola Bella," by Ernest Eléonor Pierre Lamy, captures the intricate interior of the Palazzo Borromeo on Isola Bella. The image, created between 1861 and 1878, showcases the ornate vaulted ceiling and columns adorned with a unique shell-based decorative motif. The perspective of the photograph creates a three-dimensional effect, allowing viewers to experience the grandeur of the space. The photo, part of Lamy's larger series documenting the Italian landscape, provides a glimpse into the architectural and decorative richness of the Borromeo family's palace, a testament to their wealth and cultural influence.