Old City Street Scene with Archway and Figures

Cartographer / Artist: Zangaki Brothers (George & Constantine Zangaki)

Date Created: c. 1880–1890

Medium: Albumen photograph

Physical Dimensions: 11.2 × 7.8 in (28.4 × 19.8 cm)

Geographic Scope: Jerusalem, Palestine

Archive Catalog ID: 145

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Misc Albumen Prints Middle East

An evocative late 19th-century albumen photograph capturing local inhabitants standing along a narrow, historic stone-paved street in the Old City of Jerusalem, signed in the negative by the Zangaki brothers.

Condition: Mild age toning and subtle silvering consistent with vintage albumen prints.. Minor wear, handling marks, and light creasing along the right margin.. Excellent contrast, clarity, and detail throughout the image area.

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Misc Albumen Prints Middle East•c. 1880–1890

Old City Street Scene with Archway and Figures

By Zangaki Brothers (George & Constantine Zangaki)

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1880–1890 Albumen photograph by Zangaki Brothers (George & Constantine Zangaki) documenting Jerusalem, Palestine. Measures 11.2 × 7.8 in (28.4 × 19.8 cm). Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Albumen photograph
Sheet / Plate Size
11.2 × 7.8 in (28.4 × 19.8 cm)
Date / Era
c. 1880–1890
Geographic Scope
Jerusalem, Palestine
Archive Catalog ID
145
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Mild age toning and subtle silvering consistent with vintage albumen prints.
  • Minor wear, handling marks, and light creasing along the right margin.
  • Excellent contrast, clarity, and detail throughout the image area.

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

An evocative late 19th-century albumen photograph capturing local inhabitants standing along a narrow, historic stone-paved street in the Old City of Jerusalem, signed in the negative by the Zangaki brothers.

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