Basreliëf op de Boog van Titus op het Forum Romanum in Rome c. 1858 - 1863

This 19th-century photograph by Bisson Frères captures a detail from the Arch of Titus, a Roman triumphal arch commemorating the conquest of Jerusalem in 70 AD. The image focuses on a relief depicting the spoils of war, specifically the seven-branched Menorah, a sacred Jewish symbol, being carried in procession. The detail is a powerful reminder of the Roman Empire's conquest and its impact on the Jewish people. The Bisson Frères were renowned for their photographic documentation of ancient Roman architecture. This photograph showcases their skill in capturing intricate details and providing a valuable record of the past.