Porte de la miséricorde, Jérusalem [Gate of Mercy / Golden Gate, Jerusalem]

Cartographer / Artist: Félix Bonfils (attributed)

Date Created: c. 1880

Medium: Photograph

Physical Dimensions: 10.25 × 8.0 in (26.0 × 20.3 cm)

Geographic Scope: Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel

Archive Catalog ID: 5048-x

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Bonfils Albumen Prints

A striking late 19th-century albumen photograph capturing the ancient, sealed Golden Gate (Gate of Mercy) on the eastern wall of Jerusalem's Old City.

Condition: Excellent contrast and rich sepia tones with minimal fading. Slight wear and minor chipping along the top left edge. Unmounted sheet with clean borders. Verso details. Mild even toning across the sheet.. Penciled stock number "5048. x" in a box on the left edge.. Light handling wear and faint ghosting from the printed image on the front.

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Bonfils Albumen Prints•c. 1880

Porte de la miséricorde, Jérusalem [Gate of Mercy / Golden Gate, Jerusalem]

By Félix Bonfils (attributed)

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1880 Photograph by Félix Bonfils (attributed) documenting Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel. Measures 10.25 × 8.0 in (26.0 × 20.3 cm). Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

Acquisition Status$130
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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Photograph
Sheet / Plate Size
10.25 × 8.0 in (26.0 × 20.3 cm)
Date / Era
c. 1880
Geographic Scope
Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel
Archive Catalog ID
5048-x
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Excellent contrast and rich sepia tones with minimal fading
  • Slight wear and minor chipping along the top left edge
  • Unmounted sheet with clean borders
  • Verso details
  • Mild even toning across the sheet.
  • Penciled stock number "5048
  • x" in a box on the left edge.
  • Light handling wear and faint ghosting from the printed image on the front.

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

A striking late 19th-century albumen photograph capturing the ancient, sealed Golden Gate (Gate of Mercy) on the eastern wall of Jerusalem's Old City.

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