Pesce’s methodical approach gave his images a documentary quality that distinguished them from the romanticized Orientalist depictions popular in his era. Rather than dramatizing the ruins or exaggerating their exoticism, he sought to present them with clarity and respect. His training as a military observer likely influenced this neutrality, encouraging a style that balanced careful observation with aesthetic consideration. As a result, his photographs maintain scientific value while preserving the quiet beauty of the ancient site.
