1178 Napoli c. 1893 - 1903

Giorgio Sommer's "1178 Napoli" (c. 1893-1903) is a black and white photograph depicting a bustling scene in Naples, Italy. Sommer, a renowned photographer, captured the Galleria Umberto I, a grand shopping arcade, with its arched entrance and ornate facade. The image also showcases the lively streets of the city, filled with people, horse-drawn carriages, and early forms of public transportation. The photograph, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, provides a glimpse into daily life in Naples during the late 19th century.