Pompeii_ Sepulchre Road, No. 5067 c. 1870 - 1880
giacomobrogi
stadelmuseum
cardboard, albumen-print, paper, architecture
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cardboard
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albumen-print
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photo of handprinted image
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16_19th-century
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pale palette
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pastel soft colours
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photo restoration
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ink paper printed
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light coloured
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paper
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unrealistic statue
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watercolour illustration
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remaining negative space
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watercolor
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architecture
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building
"Pompeii, Sepulchre Road, No. 5067" is a photograph by Giacomo Brogi, a renowned Italian photographer, capturing the ancient ruins of Pompeii, a Roman city that was buried in volcanic ash by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE. The photograph depicts the "Sepulchre Road" (the Street of Tombs), showcasing the remains of ancient Roman architecture. This photograph, dated between 1870-1880, serves as a poignant reminder of the city's tragic past and the enduring legacy of Roman civilization. The image offers a glimpse into the history of Pompeii and its impressive architectural design. It is currently held in the collection of the Städel Museum.
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