Gezicht op het Katharinaklooster in de Sinaïwoestijn 1859 - 1861

Francis Frith's "Gezicht op het Katharinaklooster in de Sinaïwoestijn" (1859-1861) is a stereoscopic photograph depicting the Saint Catherine's Monastery in the Sinai Peninsula. The image showcases the monastery's fortified walls and its location amidst a rugged, mountainous landscape. Frith, a renowned photographer of the Victorian era, captured the stark beauty of the desert with a sense of detail and clarity. The stereoscopic format provides a three-dimensional effect, adding depth and realism to the scene, allowing viewers to experience the monastery's unique setting firsthand. This photograph is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the monastery's architectural features and its remote location in the Sinai Desert.