Sint-Pietersplein te Vaticaanstad, gezien richting het oosten 1861 - 1878

This stereoscopic photograph by Ernest Eléonor Pierre Lamy captures the grandeur of St. Peter's Square in Vatican City, viewed from the east. Created between 1861 and 1878, the image showcases the iconic square's architectural elements, including the colonnade, obelisk, and surrounding buildings. The use of stereoscopic photography, popular in the 19th century, allows viewers to experience a three-dimensional perspective of the scene, enhancing the sense of depth and scale of the space. Lamy's photograph provides a glimpse into the historic center of Catholicism and its enduring architectural legacy.