Jerusalem, from the Mount of Olives, No.2 1857

Francis Frith, a prominent photographer, captured the cityscape of Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives in this 1857 photograph. The image features a sweeping panorama of the ancient city, including its iconic walls and surrounding landscape. Frith was known for his detailed and realistic documentation of the Holy Land, and this photograph provides a glimpse into the historical and geographical significance of the city. The image is part of his extensive photographic series, "The Valley of the Jordan," which documented his travels through Palestine and Egypt. The photograph is currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago.