View of Piazza Unità from the Sea

This splendid period photograph offers a view of Piazza Unità d’Italia from the sea in Trieste. In the foreground, several sailing and steam vessels are moored along the shore, a testament to the lively port activity of the city between the 19th century and the early 20th century. In the background, the majestic buildings that delimit the square stand out, among which the Palazzo del Municipio with its central tower stands out. Higher up, on the hill, the Castello di San Giusto and the cathedral can be recognized, which dominate the city from above.