PALAZZO DEI CESARI COL CIRCO MASSIMO

Cartographer / Artist: James Anderson (1813–1877)

Date Created: c. 1870–1880

Medium: Photograph

Physical Dimensions: 16.7 × 10.4 in (42.4 × 26.4 cm)

Geographic Scope: Rome, Lazio, Italy

Archive Catalog ID: 99

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Anderson Rome Albumen Prints

A striking late 19th-century albumen photograph by the renowned James Anderson studio, capturing the dramatic ruins of the Palace of the Caesars on the Palatine Hill overlooking the rural, cultivated fields that then occupied the site of the ancient Circus Maximus.

Condition: Mild age. toning and slight fading typical of 19th. century albumen prints.. Mounted on its original heavy card stock with minor edge wear and light dust. soiling to the margins.. No major tears, stains, or foxing affecting the image area.. Verso details. Extensive circular moisture/water staining across the surface. Minor fraying along the edges of the canvas support. Light pencil inscription "3848" near the upper edge

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Anderson Rome Albumen Prints•c. 1870–1880

PALAZZO DEI CESARI COL CIRCO MASSIMO

By James Anderson (1813–1877)

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1870–1880 Photograph by James Anderson (1813–1877) documenting Rome, Lazio, Italy. Measures 16.7 × 10.4 in (42.4 × 26.4 cm). Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

Acquisition Status$100
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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Photograph
Sheet / Plate Size
16.7 × 10.4 in (42.4 × 26.4 cm)
Date / Era
c. 1870–1880
Geographic Scope
Rome, Lazio, Italy
Archive Catalog ID
99
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Mild age
  • toning and slight fading typical of 19th
  • century albumen prints.
  • Mounted on its original heavy card stock with minor edge wear and light dust
  • soiling to the margins.
  • No major tears, stains, or foxing affecting the image area.
  • Verso details
  • Extensive circular moisture/water staining across the surface
  • Minor fraying along the edges of the canvas support
  • Light pencil inscription "3848" near the upper edge

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

A striking late 19th-century albumen photograph by the renowned James Anderson studio, capturing the dramatic ruins of the Palace of the Caesars on the Palatine Hill overlooking the rural, cultivated fields that then occupied the site of the ancient Circus Maximus.

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