Title

A victim of the Vesuvius eruption

Caption

A victim of the Vesuvius eruption, A beggar struck down outside the Nucerian Gate. He had received good sandals, perhaps from a charity, which can still be seen on his feet. He was also found holding a sack of alms. Italy, Roman. Pompeii.

Credit line

Photo12/Universal Images Group/Werner Forman

Reference

UMG12A38_416

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No

License type

Rights managed

Available size

24,1Mb (2,0Mb) / 9,2in x 10,1in / 2770 x 3042 (300dpi)

Keywords

Italy Europe Volcano Volcanic Eruption Natural Disaster Bw Print Black And White Cast Death Poverty Begging Charity Footwear Unesco World Heritage Site Rome Empire Collection Werner Forman