Jerusalem. Détails intérieurs de la mosquée El-Aksa (No. 863)

Cartographer / Artist: Félix Bonfils (1831–1885)

Date Created: c. 1880

Medium: Photograph

Physical Dimensions: 7.8 × 10.7 in (19.8 × 27.2 cm)

Geographic Scope: Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel

Archive Catalog ID: 4951-28

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Bonfils Albumen Prints

This striking late-19th-century albumen photograph by renowned photographer Félix Bonfils captures the exquisite interior architecture, ornate minbar, and mihrab of the historic Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem.

Condition: Overall excellent condition with rich sepia tones and high contrast.. Minor age. toning and slight edge curling consistent with albumen prints of this era.. Clean surface with no notable tears, stains, or foxing.. Verso details. Light overall age. toning on paper reverse.. Slight edge wear and minor corner bumping.. Slight waviness to the paper sheet, consistent with age.

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Jerusalem. Détails intérieurs de la mosquée El-Aksa (No. 863)

By Félix Bonfils (1831–1885)

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1880 Photograph by Félix Bonfils (1831–1885) documenting Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel. Measures 7.8 × 10.7 in (19.8 × 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
7.8 × 10.7 in (19.8 × 27.2 cm)
Date / Era
c. 1880
Geographic Scope
Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel
Archive Catalog ID
4951-28
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Overall excellent condition with rich sepia tones and high contrast.
  • Minor age
  • toning and slight edge curling consistent with albumen prints of this era.
  • Clean surface with no notable tears, stains, or foxing.
  • Verso details
  • Light overall age
  • toning on paper reverse.
  • Slight edge wear and minor corner bumping.
  • Slight waviness to the paper sheet, consistent with age.

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

This striking late-19th-century albumen photograph by renowned photographer Félix Bonfils captures the exquisite interior architecture, ornate minbar, and mihrab of the historic Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem.

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