Giorgio Sommer Collection

Italian public letter writer
2910344 Italian public letter writer; (add.info.: 1860 Giorgio Sommer, photograph of an Italian public letter writer, 1860.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Street scene, Naples, Italy, 19th century (b / w photo)
6266117 Street scene, Naples, Italy, 19th century (b/w photo) by Sommer, Giorgio (1834-1914); (add.info.: Via Pallonetto S. Lucia in Naples, Italy, in the late 19th century)

Street scene, Naples, Italy, 19th century (b / w photo)
6266118 Street scene, Naples, Italy, 19th century (b/w photo) by Sommer, Giorgio (1834-1914); (add.info.: A street scene in Naples, Italy, in the late 19th century)

Casa di Marco Lucrezio, Pompei (House of Marco Lucrezio, Pompeii), c. 1870
Casa di Marco Lucrezio, Pompei (House of Marco Lucrezio, Pompeii), c.1870

Impronte Umane, Pompei (Human Cast, Pompeii), 1873. Creator: Giorgio Sommer
Impronte Umane, Pompei (Human Cast, Pompeii), 1873

[Plaster Casts of Bodies, Pompeii], ca. 1875. Creator: Giorgio Sommer
[Plaster Casts of Bodies, Pompeii], ca. 1875

Napoli Tarantella, ca. 1870. Creator: Giorgio Sommer
Napoli Tarantella, ca. 1870

The Via Roma in Naples, Italy circa 1895. The street is now called Via Toledo. The statue on left is of Italian poet Carlo Poerio, 1804 - 1867

A street scene in Naples, Italy, in the late 19th century. After a work by German photographer Giorgio Sommer, 1834 -1914

The eruption of Mount Vesuvius, Italy, in April 1872. After a photograph by German photographer Giorgio Sommer, 1834-1914

Amalfi harbour in the late 19th century. After a work by German photographer Giorgio Sommer, 1834 -1914

Via Pallonetto S. Lucia in Naples, Italy, in the late 19th century. After a work by German photographer Giorgio Sommer, 1834 -1914

Forum Vesuvius Pompeii Giorgio Sommer Italian
The Forum with Vesuvius, Pompeii; Giorgio Sommer (Italian, born Germany, 1834 - 1914); Pompeii, Italy; about 1865 - 1875; Albumen silver print

Temple Neptune Paestum Giorgio Sommer Italian
The Temple of Neptune, Paestum; Giorgio Sommer (Italian, born Germany, 1834 - 1914); Salerno, Italy; about 1855 - 1865; Albumen silver print

Hotel Pagano Giorgio Sommer Italian born Germany
Hotel Pagano; Giorgio Sommer (Italian, born Germany, 1834 - 1914); about 1845 - 1877; Albumen silver print

Bridge Castle St. Angelo Rome Giorgio Sommer
Bridge and Castle of St. Angelo, Rome; Giorgio Sommer (Italian, born Germany, 1834 - 1914); Rome, Italy; about 1860 - 1880; Albumen silver print

Capri Hotel Pagano Giorgio Sommer Italian born Germany
Capri - Hotel Pagano; Giorgio Sommer (Italian, born Germany, 1834 - 1914); about 1845 - 1877; Albumen silver print

Palermos Francesco Giorgio Sommer Italian born Germany
Palermo. S. Francesco; Giorgio Sommer (Italian, born Germany, 1834 - 1914); Palermo, Italy; 1870 - 1890; Albumen silver print

water carrier Giorgio Sommer Italian born Germany
A water carrier; Giorgio Sommer (Italian, born Germany, 1834 - 1914); about 1865; Hand-colored albumen silver print

Cast Dog Killed Eruption Mount Vesuvius Pompeii
Cast of a Dog Killed by the Eruption of Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii; Giorgio Sommer (Italian, born Germany, 1834 - 1914); about 1874; Albumen silver print

Panorama Vomero Pine Tree Giorgio Sommer Italian
Panorama of Vomero with Pine Tree; Giorgio Sommer (Italian, born Germany, 1834 - 1914); Vomero, Italy; about 1870; Albumen silver print

Columns Giorgio Sommer Italian born Germany 1834
Columns; Giorgio Sommer (Italian, born Germany, 1834 - 1914); Italy; about 1857 - 1890; Albumen silver print

Impronte umane Pompei Giorgio Sommer Italian
Impronte umane, Pompei; Giorgio Sommer (Italian, born Germany, 1834 - 1914); Pompeii, Italy; about 1880; Albumen silver print

Amphitheatre Pompeii Giorgio Sommer Italian born Germany
The Amphitheatre, Pompeii; Giorgio Sommer (Italian, born Germany, 1834 - 1914); Pompeii, Campania, Italy; about 1870; Albumen silver print

Giorgio Sommer (Italian, born Germany 1824 - 1872), Impronte umane (Pompeii), 1873, albumen print

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Giorgio Sommer, a renowned German photographer from the 19th century, captured moments frozen in time through his lens. His body of work encompasses various subjects and locations, showcasing his versatility and artistic eye. One of Sommer's notable works is the "Body Cast from Pompeii" taken in 1880. This photograph immortalizes the tragic victims of Mount Vesuvius' eruption, encased forever in plaster casts. It serves as a haunting reminder of the destructive power of nature. In another captivating image titled "View of Palermo from Porta Nuova, " Sicily comes to life before our eyes. The vibrant cityscape transports us back to the 1860s, allowing us to witness its beauty and charm during that era. Sommer also ventured into street photography with snapshots like "Street scene, Naples. " These black-and-white photographs capture everyday life in bustling Italian cities during the 19th century. They offer glimpses into a bygone era filled with horse-drawn carriages and people going about their daily routines. The Pretoria fountain in Palermo is another subject that caught Sommer's attention. Through his lens, he captures its grandeur and intricate details for all to admire. This photograph showcases both Sommer's technical skill and appreciation for architectural beauty. Sommer's fascination with Pompeii led him to document historical sites such as Casa di Marco Lucrezio (House of Marco Lucrezio). By capturing these ancient ruins on film, he helps preserve their legacy for future generations. Perhaps one of Sommer's most poignant contributions is seen through his photographs depicting human casts found at Pompeii. In "Impronte Umane, " he presents these eerie molds created from volcanic ash as a testament to human tragedy and resilience amidst catastrophe. Beyond documenting history or natural disasters like Mount Vesuvius' eruption in April 1872, it also delved into cultural scenes such as the "Napoli Tarantella.