Pad in Taormina, aan weerszijden begroeid met cactussen, Italië 1851 - 1900

"Strada in — Taormina" is a black and white photograph by Giovanni Crupi, taken between 1851 and 1900. The image depicts a narrow path in Taormina, Italy, lined with stone walls and overgrown with cacti. In the distance, a hilltop fortress rises above the landscape. The photograph showcases Crupi’s interest in capturing the beauty of the Sicilian landscape. His use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and perspective, while the composition emphasizes the ruggedness of the terrain. This image, a classic example of 19th-century photography, provides a glimpse into the natural beauty of Taormina and the artistic vision of Giovanni Crupi.