467. Mur cyclopéen à Balbek (Syrie) [Cyclopean Wall at Baalbek, Syria]

Cartographer / Artist: Félix Bonfils (1831–1885) / Maison Bonfils

Date Created: c. 1875

Medium: Photograph

Physical Dimensions: 11.0 × 8.5 in (27.9 × 21.6 cm)

Geographic Scope: Baalbek, Baalbek-Hermel Governorate, Lebanon

Archive Catalog ID: 134-28

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Bonfils Albumen Prints

A striking, high-contrast late 19th-century albumen photograph capturing the monumental megalithic blocks of the ancient Roman retaining wall at the Temple of Jupiter in Baalbek.

Condition: Excellent contrast and rich sepia tones.. Minor edge. toning and light wear along margins.. Unmounted with a clean verso.. Verso details. Light overall toning and minor handling creases.. Faint pencil annotation "134. 28" circled on the left margin.. Clean sheet with no major stains, tears, or repairs.

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467. Mur cyclopéen à Balbek (Syrie) [Cyclopean Wall at Baalbek, Syria]

By Félix Bonfils (1831–1885) / Maison Bonfils

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1875 Photograph by Félix Bonfils (1831–1885) / Maison Bonfils documenting Baalbek, Baalbek-Hermel Governorate, Lebanon. Measures 11.0 × 8.5 in (27.9 × 21.6 cm). Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Photograph
Sheet / Plate Size
11.0 × 8.5 in (27.9 × 21.6 cm)
Date / Era
c. 1875
Geographic Scope
Baalbek, Baalbek-Hermel Governorate, Lebanon
Archive Catalog ID
134-28
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Excellent contrast and rich sepia tones.
  • Minor edge
  • toning and light wear along margins.
  • Unmounted with a clean verso.
  • Verso details
  • Light overall toning and minor handling creases.
  • Faint pencil annotation "134
  • 28" circled on the left margin.
  • Clean sheet with no major stains, tears, or repairs.

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

A striking, high-contrast late 19th-century albumen photograph capturing the monumental megalithic blocks of the ancient Roman retaining wall at the Temple of Jupiter in Baalbek.

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