View of the Sorrento coast 1860

"View of the Sorrento Coast" is a black and white photograph taken by Italian photographer Roberto Rive in 1860. The image showcases the picturesque coastal town of Sorrento, Italy, as seen from the water. The photo captures the steep cliffs, the town’s buildings, and the rocky shoreline. Rive’s work is a prime example of 19th-century landscape photography, capturing a moment in time and offering a glimpse into the beauty of the Italian countryside. The photograph, housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, is a valuable historical document that showcases the charm of Sorrento and the technical skills of a pioneering photographer.