Vue générale de la Nécropole de Thèbes (Gournah) 1849 - 1850

"Vue générale de la Nécropole de Thèbes (Gournah)" is a 19th-century photograph by Maxime Du Camp, depicting the vast necropolis of Thebes in Egypt. Taken during his travels in the Middle East, the image showcases the archaeological site's grandeur and desolation, capturing the ancient tombs carved into the cliffs. The photograph, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, exemplifies Du Camp's groundbreaking work as a pioneer of photojournalism and his contribution to the documentation of historical sites.