Vue prise de Gethsémani [Jerusalem]

Cartographer / Artist: Félix Bonfils (1831–1885)

Date Created: c. 1875

Medium: Albumen print

Physical Dimensions: 10.5 × 8.5 in (26.7 × 21.6 cm)

Geographic Scope: Jerusalem, Israel

Archive Catalog ID: 223

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Bonfils Albumen Prints

This evocative late 19th-century albumen photograph by Félix Bonfils captures a sweeping view across the Kidron Valley toward the eastern Ottoman city walls and minarets of Jerusalem from the slopes of the Mount of Olives near Gethsemane.

Condition: Good tonal range and strong contrast throughout photo. Penciled stock number '223' on lower. left card margin. Light edge toning and minor corner wear to mounting card

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Bonfils Albumen Prints•c. 1875

Vue prise de Gethsémani [Jerusalem]

By Félix Bonfils (1831–1885)

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1875 Albumen print by Félix Bonfils (1831–1885) documenting Jerusalem, Israel. Measures 10.5 × 8.5 in (26.7 × 21.6 cm). Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Albumen print
Sheet / Plate Size
10.5 × 8.5 in (26.7 × 21.6 cm)
Date / Era
c. 1875
Geographic Scope
Jerusalem, Israel
Archive Catalog ID
223
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Good tonal range and strong contrast throughout photo
  • Penciled stock number '223' on lower
  • left card margin
  • Light edge toning and minor corner wear to mounting card

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

This evocative late 19th-century albumen photograph by Félix Bonfils captures a sweeping view across the Kidron Valley toward the eastern Ottoman city walls and minarets of Jerusalem from the slopes of the Mount of Olives near Gethsemane.

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