Ruïne van de Al-Hakimmoskee in Caïro before 1862

This photograph, taken by English photographer Francis Frith before 1862, depicts the ruined Al-Hakim mosque in Cairo, Egypt. The photograph captures the mosque's crumbling arches and columns, with its minaret visible through the frame. It offers a poignant glimpse into the mosque's past glory and the ravages of time. The photograph is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection and is an excellent example of 19th-century travel photography.