Vallée de Josaphat [Valley of Jehoshaphat]

Cartographer / Artist: Félix Bonfils (Maison Bonfils)

Date Created: c. 1870–1880

Medium: Photograph

Physical Dimensions: 9.4 × 8.4 in (23.9 × 21.3 cm)

Geographic Scope: Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel

Archive Catalog ID: 4512-26

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Bonfils Albumen Prints

A striking late 19th-century albumen photograph by the prominent French photographer Félix Bonfils, capturing the arid expanse of the Valley of Jehoshaphat (Kidron Valley) near Jerusalem, featuring the iconic ancient Tomb of Absalom amidst terraced slopes and olive groves.

Condition: Excellent overall state with rich sepia tones and strong contrast.. Minor handling wear and slight curling at the corners, typical of unmounted vintage albumen prints.. Free of significant tears, foxing, or staining.. Verso details. Light uniform toning across the sheet.. Faint bleed. through/offsetting from the recto illustration visible.. Minor edge wear and slight handling creases.

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Vallée de Josaphat [Valley of Jehoshaphat]

By Félix Bonfils (Maison Bonfils)

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1870–1880 Photograph by Félix Bonfils (Maison Bonfils) documenting Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel. Measures 9.4 × 8.4 in (23.9 × 21.3 cm). Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Photograph
Sheet / Plate Size
9.4 × 8.4 in (23.9 × 21.3 cm)
Date / Era
c. 1870–1880
Geographic Scope
Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel
Archive Catalog ID
4512-26
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Excellent overall state with rich sepia tones and strong contrast.
  • Minor handling wear and slight curling at the corners, typical of unmounted vintage albumen prints.
  • Free of significant tears, foxing, or staining.
  • Verso details
  • Light uniform toning across the sheet.
  • Faint bleed
  • through/offsetting from the recto illustration visible.
  • Minor edge wear and slight handling creases.

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

A striking late 19th-century albumen photograph by the prominent French photographer Félix Bonfils, capturing the arid expanse of the Valley of Jehoshaphat (Kidron Valley) near Jerusalem, featuring the iconic ancient Tomb of Absalom amidst terraced slopes and olive groves.

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