Jérusalem. (Environs) St Jean du Désert 1860

"Jérusalem. (Environs) St Jean du Désert" is a striking 1860 photograph by Louis de Clercq, showcasing the ruins of St. John in the Wilderness, a site believed to be where John the Baptist preached. The photograph captures the stark beauty of the site, with the crumbling stone walls and small chapel contrasting against the surrounding foliage. This image, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the historical and religious significance of the site, highlighting the enduring power of faith in the face of time and change.