286. Tombeau d'Elie à Jérusalem

Cartographer / Artist: Félix Bonfils (Maison Bonfils)

Date Created: c. 1880

Medium: Photograph

Physical Dimensions: 9.95 × 8.7 in (25.3 × 22.1 cm)

Geographic Scope: Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel

Archive Catalog ID: 5039-78

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Bonfils Albumen Prints

An evocative late 19th-century albumen photograph by Félix Bonfils depicting the Dome of Elijah (Kubbat al-Khidr) on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem, rendered with rich sepia tones and sharp architectural detail.

Condition: Excellent overall preservation with strong contrast and rich tonal depth.. Minor light toning along the outer edges of the print.. No visible foxing, tears, or major blemishes.. Verso details. Light age. toning and minor handling wear. Penciled stock/inventory number "5039. 78" circled on the lower. left margin area. Slight soft creasing and edge wear consistent with age

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Bonfils Albumen Prints•c. 1880

286. Tombeau d'Elie à Jérusalem

By Félix Bonfils (Maison Bonfils)

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1880 Photograph by Félix Bonfils (Maison Bonfils) documenting Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel. Measures 9.95 × 8.7 in (25.3 × 22.1 cm). Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Photograph
Sheet / Plate Size
9.95 × 8.7 in (25.3 × 22.1 cm)
Date / Era
c. 1880
Geographic Scope
Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel
Archive Catalog ID
5039-78
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Excellent overall preservation with strong contrast and rich tonal depth.
  • Minor light toning along the outer edges of the print.
  • No visible foxing, tears, or major blemishes.
  • Verso details
  • Light age
  • toning and minor handling wear
  • Penciled stock/inventory number "5039
  • 78" circled on the lower
  • left margin area
  • Slight soft creasing and edge wear consistent with age

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

An evocative late 19th-century albumen photograph by Félix Bonfils depicting the Dome of Elijah (Kubbat al-Khidr) on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem, rendered with rich sepia tones and sharp architectural detail.

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