Temple de Deboud 1853 - 1854

"Temple de Deboud" is a striking photographic print by John Beasley Greene, a young British photographer who traveled to Egypt in 1853. This image, taken between 1853 and 1854, depicts the ancient Egyptian temple of Debod, now located in Madrid, Spain. The temple, in a state of ruin, sits on a low hill amidst a field of tall grass. Greene's photograph captures the beauty and grandeur of the ancient world while highlighting its faded glory, showcasing the enduring power of photography to document history.