Restanten van het huis van Cornelio Rufo te Pompeï 1857 - 1914

Giorgio Sommer's "Restanten van het huis van Cornelio Rufo te Pompeï" (1857-1914) is a photographic documentation of the ruins of the House of Cornelius Rufus in Pompeii. Captured in a classic, early photographic style, the image showcases the crumbling walls, fallen columns, and remnants of a once vibrant Roman home. The photograph provides a stark contrast between the grandeur of the past and the devastation of the volcanic eruption that buried Pompeii. It is a poignant reminder of the fragility of human civilization and the enduring power of nature. This albumen print, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a valuable historical artifact and a powerful testament to the enduring legacy of Pompeii.