Item Description:

An exceptional, genuine antique silver chloride gelatin real photographic print (ca. 1900) by the prominent regional photographer and publisher A. Armeilla, titled on the lower margin "MONTEVIDEO. La Bahía con el Cerro". This striking maritime view captures the historical port and bay of Montevideo, Uruguay, showcasing the city's vital role as a South American deep-water shipping hub at the turn of the century.

The composition features a magnificent panoramic view across the choppy waters of the bay. In the middle ground, an array of historic vessels anchors the scene, including large masted sailing ships, early steamships, and smaller local wooden sailboats navigating the harbor. To the far left, the stern of a larger passenger or naval vessel is partially visible with its flag flying. In the background, the iconic and unmistakable profile of the Cerro de Montevideo rises above the shoreline, topped by its historic fortress and early lighthouse structure.

This is a premium-quality, highly collectible visual record of Uruguayan maritime history and early nautical commerce during the country's economic golden era.

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