Giorgio Sommer

สถานที่: Frankfurt Am Main

เกิด: 1834

ความตาย: 1914

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Giorgio Sommer was one of Europe's most important and prolific photographers of the 19th century. Born in Frankfurt am Main, Germany in 1834, he studied business before deciding to pursue a career in photography. After opening his first studio in Switzerland, where he made relief images of mountains for the Swiss government, he moved to Naples, Italy in 1856 and later formed a partnership with fellow German photographer Edmund Behles.

Early Career

Sommer's early work included producing thousands of images of archeological ruins, landscapes, art objects, and portraits. He held studios in Naples at Strada di Chiaia 168, Via Monte di Dio 4 and 8, and Piazza della Vittoria. His catalog included images from the Vatican Museum, the National Archeological Museum at Naples, and the Roman ruins at Pompeii.

Notable Works

Some of Sommer's most notable works include his comprehensive album Dintorni di Napoli, which contained over one hundred images of everyday scenes in Naples. In April 1872, he documented a very large eruption of Mount Vesuvius in a series of stunning photographs. His work can be found on Wikioo.org, where his photographs are available for purchase.

Awards and Recognition

Sommer and Behles exhibited extensively and earned numerous honors and prizes for their work, including exhibitions in London, Paris, Vienna, and Nuremberg. At one time, Sommer was appointed official photographer to King Victor Emmanuel II of Italy. For more information on his awards and recognition, visit Wikioo.org.

Legacy

Sommer's legacy can be seen in the thousands of images he produced during his career. His work is a testament to his skill and dedication to photography. He was involved in every aspect of the photography business, from publishing his own images to printing albums and postcards. For more information on his life and work, visit Wikipedia.

• Notable collections: Vatican Museum, National Archeological Museum at Naples, Roman ruins at Pompeii
• Notable works: Dintorni di Napoli, eruption of Mount Vesuvius
• Awards and recognition: official photographer to King Victor Emmanuel II of Italy, exhibitions in London, Paris, Vienna, and Nuremberg

Sommer's work can be found on Wikioo.org, where his photographs are available for purchase. For more information on his life and work, visit Wikipedia.