
Pompeii Street Scene, Brothel Sign, Italy, c. 1900
c. 1900
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Historical Context & Description
This stereoview card captures a historic street scene in Pompeii, Italy, featuring a brothel and chemist's sign on a wall along Supinare Street. The image, numbered 76, provides a glimpse into the ancient city's architecture and daily life. The cobblestone path and surrounding buildings are depicted in a muted color palette, typical of early 20th-century photography.
The card's reverse side is blank, offering no additional information. The card is in good condition, with minor edge wear and slight discoloration consistent with its age. This stereoview documents the preserved ruins of Pompeii, offering insight into Roman urban planning and social structures. Such scenes were rarely photographed in this detail, making surviving examples valuable records of historical urban life.
Back of card reads: "76. Brothel and Chemist's Sign on Wall Supinare Street Pompeii Italy."
Details
- Type
- stereoview
- Condition
- good
- Location
- Pompeii, Italy
Minor edge wear, slight discoloration
All items offered are original period pieces. No reproductions or modern reprints.
