Camels and Figures at a Well, Palestine

Cartographer / Artist: Félix Bonfils (1831–1885)

Date Created: c. 1880

Medium: Photograph

Physical Dimensions: 11.3 × 9.4 in (28.7 × 23.9 cm)

Geographic Scope: Palestine

Archive Catalog ID: 424 B-28

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Bonfils Albumen Prints

A striking late 19th-century albumen photograph by the renowned French photographer Félix Bonfils, capturing a picturesque scene of travelers and resting camels at a traditional stone well in the countryside of Palestine.

Condition: Excellent overall condition with strong sepia tones and fine detail.. Very minor edge wear and light uniform toning consistent with age.. Unmounted, with minor curling at the corners.. Verso details. Light overall age. toning and minor finger. soiling.. Pencil inscription "424 B. 28" on the right margin.. Slightly unevenly trimmed edges, but paper remains structurally sound.

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Bonfils Albumen Prints•c. 1880

Camels and Figures at a Well, Palestine

By Félix Bonfils (1831–1885)

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1880 Photograph by Félix Bonfils (1831–1885) documenting Palestine. Measures 11.3 × 9.4 in (28.7 × 23.9 cm). Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Photograph
Sheet / Plate Size
11.3 × 9.4 in (28.7 × 23.9 cm)
Date / Era
c. 1880
Geographic Scope
Palestine
Archive Catalog ID
424 B-28
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Excellent overall condition with strong sepia tones and fine detail.
  • Very minor edge wear and light uniform toning consistent with age.
  • Unmounted, with minor curling at the corners.
  • Verso details
  • Light overall age
  • toning and minor finger
  • soiling.
  • Pencil inscription "424 B
  • 28" on the right margin.
  • Slightly unevenly trimmed edges, but paper remains structurally sound.

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

A striking late 19th-century albumen photograph by the renowned French photographer Félix Bonfils, capturing a picturesque scene of travelers and resting camels at a traditional stone well in the countryside of Palestine.

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