Chapelle de Sainte-Hélène dans la basilique du St Sépulcre

Cartographer / Artist: Félix Bonfils (Maison Bonfils)

Date Created: c. 1880

Medium: Photograph

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

Geographic Scope: Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel

Archive Catalog ID: 855

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Bonfils Albumen Prints

A striking late 19th-century albumen photograph by the renowned Bonfils studio capturing the atmospheric, lamp-lit interior of the Chapel of Saint Helena within the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem.

Condition: Excellent tonal contrast with deep, rich sepia tones.. Minor age. toning along edges.. No major tears, foxing, or creasing.. Minor handling wear consistent with age.. Verso details. Light overall aging and surface toning.. Minor handling wear along the edges.. Historical pencil markings on verso reading "#4948. 26" and a large "9".

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Bonfils Albumen Prints•c. 1880

Chapelle de Sainte-Hélène dans la basilique du St Sépulcre

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 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. 1880
Geographic Scope
Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel
Archive Catalog ID
855
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Excellent tonal contrast with deep, rich sepia tones.
  • Minor age
  • toning along edges.
  • No major tears, foxing, or creasing.
  • Minor handling wear consistent with age.
  • Verso details
  • Light overall aging and surface toning.
  • Minor handling wear along the edges.
  • Historical pencil markings on verso reading "#4948
  • 26" and a large "9".

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

A striking late 19th-century albumen photograph by the renowned Bonfils studio capturing the atmospheric, lamp-lit interior of the Chapel of Saint Helena within the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem.

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