431. Damas. Interieur de la maison juive Stambouli

Cartographer / Artist: Félix Bonfils (1831–1885)

Date Created: c. 1870s–1880s

Medium: Photograph

Physical Dimensions: 8.7 × 10.8 in (22.1 × 27.4 cm)

Geographic Scope: Damascus, Damascus Governorate, Syria

Archive Catalog ID: 5112-28

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Bonfils Albumen Prints

A striking late 19th-century albumen photograph by Félix Bonfils capturing the highly ornate interior of the Jewish Stambouli House (Beit Stambouli) in Damascus, showing intricate mosaic tiling, painted plasterwork, and local figures.

Condition: Slight overall warming and toning consistent with age. Minor edge wear and light corner creasing. Excellent preservation of fine details and rich tonal contrast. Verso details. Clean blank verso with uniform light toning. Slight edge wear and minor handling creases near the top edge. Penciled stock number "5112. 28" on the right side

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431. Damas. Interieur de la maison juive Stambouli

By Félix Bonfils (1831–1885)

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1870s–1880s Photograph by Félix Bonfils (1831–1885) documenting Damascus, Damascus Governorate, Syria. Measures 8.7 × 10.8 in (22.1 × 27.4 cm). Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Photograph
Sheet / Plate Size
8.7 × 10.8 in (22.1 × 27.4 cm)
Date / Era
c. 1870s–1880s
Geographic Scope
Damascus, Damascus Governorate, Syria
Archive Catalog ID
5112-28
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Slight overall warming and toning consistent with age
  • Minor edge wear and light corner creasing
  • Excellent preservation of fine details and rich tonal contrast
  • Verso details
  • Clean blank verso with uniform light toning
  • Slight edge wear and minor handling creases near the top edge
  • Penciled stock number "5112
  • 28" on the right side

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

A striking late 19th-century albumen photograph by Félix Bonfils capturing the highly ornate interior of the Jewish Stambouli House (Beit Stambouli) in Damascus, showing intricate mosaic tiling, painted plasterwork, and local figures.

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