The historical value of Pesce’s Persepolis photographs becomes clearer when compared to later images of the site. Modern archaeological surveys, aerial photography, and digital renderings show a site transformed by excavation, restoration, and tourism. Pesce’s images capture Persepolis in a state closer to what travelers of earlier centuries saw, before major reconstruction and conservation projects altered the appearance of many structures. For researchers, these images provide a benchmark for understanding how the site has changed over time.
