Sorrento c. 1888 - 1903

"Sorrento" is a black and white photograph by Italian photographer Giorgio Sommer, taken between 1888 and 1903. The image captures a breathtaking panoramic view of the picturesque town of Sorrento, Italy, nestled amidst the dramatic landscape of the Amalfi Coast. From a high vantage point, the photograph showcases the town's charming architecture, its surrounding hills, and the glistening waters of the Bay of Naples. Two figures are seated in the foreground, their presence adding a human scale to the vast and beautiful scene. This photograph, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Sommer's mastery of capturing the beauty and grandeur of the Italian landscape.