Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore, Rome

Cartographer / Artist: Domenico Anderson (1854–1938) / Anderson Studio

Date Created: c. 1880

Medium: Photograph

Physical Dimensions: 15.1 × 11.3 in (38.4 × 28.7 cm)

Geographic Scope: Rome, Lazio, Italy

Archive Catalog ID: 24

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Anderson Rome Albumen Prints

This striking large-format late 19th-century albumen photograph captures the grand Baroque facade of the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, dominated by the ancient Roman Column of Peace topped with a bronze statue of the Virgin Mary.

Condition: Overall very good condition with strong contrast and rich sepia tones.. Minor light foxing and spotting visible in the upper sky region.. Light wear, toning, and minor chipping along the outer edges of the cardboard mount.. Verso details. Moderate foxing and spotting scattered across the surface. Mild handling wear and minor fraying along edges. Even overall age. toning

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Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore, Rome

By Domenico Anderson (1854–1938) / Anderson Studio

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1880 Photograph by Domenico Anderson (1854–1938) / Anderson Studio documenting Rome, Lazio, Italy. Measures 15.1 × 11.3 in (38.4 × 28.7 cm). Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

Acquisition Status$90
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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Photograph
Sheet / Plate Size
15.1 × 11.3 in (38.4 × 28.7 cm)
Date / Era
c. 1880
Geographic Scope
Rome, Lazio, Italy
Archive Catalog ID
24
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Overall very good condition with strong contrast and rich sepia tones.
  • Minor light foxing and spotting visible in the upper sky region.
  • Light wear, toning, and minor chipping along the outer edges of the cardboard mount.
  • Verso details
  • Moderate foxing and spotting scattered across the surface
  • Mild handling wear and minor fraying along edges
  • Even overall age
  • toning

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

This striking large-format late 19th-century albumen photograph captures the grand Baroque facade of the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, dominated by the ancient Roman Column of Peace topped with a bronze statue of the Virgin Mary.

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