Underwood And And Underwood Collection (#2)

Gallery in palace of the Colonna family, Rome, c1909. Creator: Unknown
Gallery in palace of the Colonna family, Rome, c1909. The Great Hall at the Galleria Colonna was commissioned in mid 1600s by Cardinal Girolamo I Colonna and his nephew Lorenzo Onofrio Colonna

Trajans Forum and Column (147 feet high), (N. W. ), Rome, Italy, c1909. Creator: Unknown
Trajans Forum and Column (147 feet high), (N.W.), Rome, Italy, c1909. The architect Apollodorus of Damascus oversaw construction of Trajans Column

Magnificent peristyle of the Baths of Caracalla (east), Rome, Italy, c1909. Creator: Unknown
Magnificent peristyle of the Baths of Caracalla (east), Rome, Italy, c1909. Roman public baths, or thermae, likely built between AD 212 (or 211) and 216/217

Palatine hill, southwest from the Colosseum, Rome, c1909. Creator: Unknown
Palatine hill, southwest from the Colosseum, Rome, c1909. Affluent Romans had residence on Palatine Hill which became the exclusive domain of emperors; seen from the Colosseum

Via Sacra, road of triumphal pageants, W. from Colosseum, Rome, c1909. Creator: Unknown
Via Sacra, road of triumphal pageants, W. from Colosseum, Rome, c1909. The Via Sacra was the main street of ancient Rome leading from Capitoline Hill to the Colosseum

Stupendous interior of the Colosseum, with dens of wild beasts, Rome, c1909. Creator: Unknown
Stupendous interior of the Colosseum, with dens of wild beasts, Rome, c1909. Flavian amphitheatre in Rome, used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles, built of travertine limestone

A mighty monument to pagan brutality - the Colosseum (E. ) at Rome, c1909. Creator: Unknown
A mighty monument to pagan brutality - the Colosseum (E.) at Rome, c1909. Flavian amphitheatre in Rome, used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles, built of travertine limestone

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"Journey through Italy: Exploring Underwood and Underwood's Captivating Images" Step into the enchanting Pitti Palace in Florence, Italy, where Raphael's Madonna of the Chair captivates visitors with its divine beauty. This masterpiece, captured by an unknown creator in 1909, transports us to a realm of artistic brilliance. In the heart of Florence lies the Church of Santa Croce, home to the tomb of none other than Michelangelo himself. Through another lens from 1909 by an anonymous artist, we glimpse this sacred resting place that pays homage to one of history's greatest geniuses. Venturing further into Rome, we discover architectural marvels like the Temple of Vespasian and Arch of Severus. The eastward view from Capitol Hill reveals a captivating panorama frozen in time by an unknown photographer in 1909. Naples beckons with its ancient wonders at every turn. In the gallery of statues at the Museum stands Venus Gallipede – her timeless allure preserved forever through Underwood and Underwood's lens in 1909. The Vatican unveils its treasure trove as we step into its hallowed halls adorned with magnificent sculptures. An unidentified creator captures these awe-inspiring works for eternity during their visit in 1909. Rome, known as "the Eternal City, " unfolds before our eyes as we ascend St. Peter's dome for a breathtaking bird’s-eye view captured by an unknown visionary back in 1909. From Janiculum Hill, Capitoline and Palatine hills reveal themselves majestically against Rome's skyline—a sight immortalized by an anonymous artist over a century ago. Aerial views transport us to Naples' vibrant streetscapes crowned by Mount Vesuvius' imposing presence—an extraordinary perspective gifted to us courtesy of Underwood and Underwood circa 1909. Venice enchants with its iconic landmarks—the Rialto Bridge and the Grand Canal.