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A view of the Grand colonnade, Palmyra, c. 1875 (albumen print)
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A view of the Grand colonnade, Palmyra, c. 1875 (albumen print)
6177295 A view of the Grand colonnade, Palmyra, c.1875 (albumen print) by Bonfils, Felix (1831-1885); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Monumental Arch, Arch of Triumph or the Arch of Septimius Severus, was a Roman ornamental archway built in the 3rd century during the reign of emperor Septimius Severus, destroyed in 2015); French, out of copyright
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This albumen print captures a mesmerizing view of the Grand colonnade in Palmyra, dating back to approximately 1875. The photographer, Felix Bonfils, skillfully immortalized this remarkable Roman architectural marvel before its tragic destruction in 2015. Known as the Monumental Arch, Arch of Triumph, or the Arch of Septimius Severus, this ornamental archway was constructed during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus in the 3rd century. Standing proudly along the Silk Road and serving as a symbol of Roman power and opulence, it once adorned Palmyra's landscape. The photograph showcases the grandeur and magnificence that once characterized this ancient city in Syria. The towering columns stretch into infinity against a backdrop of vast desert landscapes. Each column tells stories from centuries past – tales of trade caravans passing through on their journey along the Silk Road and religious rituals performed within nearby temples. Bonfils' lens expertly captures every intricate detail with precision and clarity. This image serves as both a historical document and an artistic masterpiece that transports viewers back to a time when Palmyra thrived as an important provincial center within the Roman Empire. Today, although only ruins remain due to acts of senseless destruction by extremists, photographs like these keep alive our collective memory of Palmyra's rich heritage. They remind us not only of what has been lost but also why it is crucial to preserve cultural treasures for future generations to appreciate
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