Kathedraal van Milaan 1890 - 1920

This photograph of the Milan Cathedral was taken by Giacomo Brogi sometime in the late 19th century. What strikes me is the sheer volume of detail that Brogi manages to capture - the cathedral's facade is a symphony of spires and sculptures. Looking closely, you notice the way the light falls on the stone, creating a play of shadows that accentuate the architecture's intricate carvings. It’s as if each tiny statue and gargoyle is given its own moment to shine. And then there's the way Brogi uses the soft, sepia tones of the photograph to create a sense of depth, drawing you into the scene. The trams and figures in the foreground, though small, add a sense of scale and bring the scene to life. There’s a timelessness to this image, like stepping back in time, or perhaps, if Piranesi had worked with photography, this is what it would look like.