Gezicht op het Forum van Trajanus in Rome before 1898

This anonymous black and white photograph, taken before 1898, depicts a view of the Forum of Trajan in Rome. The Forum of Trajan, built in the 2nd century AD, was a massive public space dedicated to the Roman emperor Trajan and served as a bustling center of commercial and political activity. The photograph showcases the impressive scale and architectural grandeur of the forum, including the Trajan's Column and the Basilica Ulpia, a large public hall, both of which are still prominent landmarks in Rome today. This image is a valuable historical record of the forum's architectural significance and provides a glimpse into the rich history of ancient Rome.