Monte Cavallo 1848 - 1852

"Monte Cavallo" is an 1848-1852 photograph by Eugène Constant, depicting the famed equestrian statues of Castor and Pollux in Rome's Capitoline Hill. The photograph, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the monument's grandeur, with the twin statues flanking a central fountain. The composition highlights the intricate details of the sculptures and the surrounding architecture, capturing the historical significance of this Roman landmark. This work demonstrates the rise of photography as a medium for documenting and preserving historical monuments.