Of Bricks & Light: Grand Vistas

Giacamo Brogi (Italy, 1822-1881): Panorama of Florence with Effect of Snow. Albumen print, 7-1/2″ x 9-3/4″, circa 1875  

Brogi was active in photography after 1860, and founded the Photographic Society of Italy. His work won awards at the Vienna Exposition in 1873 and the Milan Exposition of 1881.