Jérusalem, Enceinte du Temple, Vue générale de la face Est, Pl. 1 1854 - 1859

This 19th-century photograph by Auguste Salzmann captures a panoramic view of Jerusalem’s Temple Mount. The image is taken from a distance, showcasing the city’s dense cityscape and the towering wall surrounding the Temple Mount. The composition emphasizes the scale and grandeur of the ancient site, drawing attention to the architectural details of the surrounding buildings. The photograph's sharp detail and clear composition make it a valuable historical document of Jerusalem during the mid-19th century. It is part of a series of photographs documenting the Holy Land taken by Salzmann during his travels, now held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.