848 Escalier allant au St-Sépulcre. — Stairway leading to the Holy Sepulchre.

Cartographer / Artist: Félix Bonfils (Maison Bonfils)

Date Created: c. 1870–1880s

Medium: Photograph

Physical Dimensions: 8.6 × 10.7 in (21.8 × 27.2 cm)

Geographic Scope: Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel

Archive Catalog ID: C4971-28

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Bonfils Albumen Prints

A compelling late 19th-century photographic view by Félix Bonfils depicting diverse local figures, merchants, and stairs leading to the historic Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem.

Condition: Strong contrast and rich warm sepia tones.. Minor wear along the outer edges and slight corner curling typical of unmounted vintage albumen prints.. Excellent clarity with no major tears, stains, or foxing.. Verso details. Faint ghosting of the primary image and mirrored text visible through the paper. Light toning and minor edge wear. Penciled inventory number "C4971. 28" near lower margin. Minor mounting tape residue on the upper and lower corner tips

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848 Escalier allant au St-Sépulcre. — Stairway leading to the Holy Sepulchre.

By Félix Bonfils (Maison Bonfils)

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1870–1880s Photograph by Félix Bonfils (Maison Bonfils) documenting Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel. Measures 8.6 × 10.7 in (21.8 × 27.2 cm). Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Photograph
Sheet / Plate Size
8.6 × 10.7 in (21.8 × 27.2 cm)
Date / Era
c. 1870–1880s
Geographic Scope
Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel
Archive Catalog ID
C4971-28
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Strong contrast and rich warm sepia tones.
  • Minor wear along the outer edges and slight corner curling typical of unmounted vintage albumen prints.
  • Excellent clarity with no major tears, stains, or foxing.
  • Verso details
  • Faint ghosting of the primary image and mirrored text visible through the paper
  • Light toning and minor edge wear
  • Penciled inventory number "C4971
  • 28" near lower margin
  • Minor mounting tape residue on the upper and lower corner tips

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

A compelling late 19th-century photographic view by Félix Bonfils depicting diverse local figures, merchants, and stairs leading to the historic Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem.

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