1064. Forteresse de Banias vue générale des ruines

Cartographer / Artist: Félix Bonfils (Maison Bonfils)

Date Created: c. 1870-1880

Medium: Photograph

Physical Dimensions: 9.65 × 9.8 in (24.5 × 24.9 cm)

Geographic Scope: Banias, Golan Heights, Syria

Archive Catalog ID: 425.20

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Bonfils Albumen Prints

This atmospheric late-19th-century albumen photograph by the acclaimed Maison Bonfils studio captures a sweeping, detailed view of the medieval ruins of Nimrod Fortress (traditionally associated with nearby Banias) dramatically positioned along the mountain ridges of the Golan Heights.

Condition: Slight toning and minor fading consistent with age. Small paper loss/chip in the upper. left corner. Minor wear along the outer edges. Excellent overall clarity and contrast in the architectural details. Verso details. Light uniform age. toning across the sheet.. Minor handling wear along the edges.. Distinct pencil inscriptions on the lower margin and right. hand edge.

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Bonfils Albumen Prints•c. 1870-1880

1064. Forteresse de Banias vue générale des ruines

By Félix Bonfils (Maison Bonfils)

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1870-1880 Photograph by Félix Bonfils (Maison Bonfils) documenting Banias, Golan Heights, Syria. Measures 9.65 × 9.8 in (24.5 × 24.9 cm). Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Photograph
Sheet / Plate Size
9.65 × 9.8 in (24.5 × 24.9 cm)
Date / Era
c. 1870-1880
Geographic Scope
Banias, Golan Heights, Syria
Archive Catalog ID
425.20
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Slight toning and minor fading consistent with age
  • Small paper loss/chip in the upper
  • left corner
  • Minor wear along the outer edges
  • Excellent overall clarity and contrast in the architectural details
  • Verso details
  • Light uniform age
  • toning across the sheet.
  • Minor handling wear along the edges.
  • Distinct pencil inscriptions on the lower margin and right
  • hand edge.

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

This atmospheric late-19th-century albumen photograph by the acclaimed Maison Bonfils studio captures a sweeping, detailed view of the medieval ruins of Nimrod Fortress (traditionally associated with nearby Banias) dramatically positioned along the mountain ridges of the Golan Heights.

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