Gezicht op Messina, Italië 1857 - 1914

"Gezicht op Messina, Italië" is a black and white photograph by Italian photographer Giorgio Sommer, depicting a panoramic view of the city of Messina, Italy. The image, taken from a hilltop overlooking the city, showcases the harbor and surrounding landscape. Sommer, a pioneer of photography in Italy, was known for his travel photography and his mastery of the albumen print process. The image is a testament to Sommer's ability to capture the beauty and grandeur of the Italian landscape, and it offers a glimpse into the history of Messina, a city with a rich past. The photograph is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.