[Gate of Government, Teheran, Iran] 1840 - 1869

This 19th-century photograph, taken by Italian photographer Luigi Pesce, captures the "Gate of Government" in Tehran, Iran. The image showcases the intricate tilework of the gate, which features geometric patterns characteristic of Persian architecture. The photograph also offers a glimpse into daily life in Tehran, with a camel and cart in the foreground, providing context to the scale and usage of the gate. This evocative image, part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, serves as a historical document of Persian architecture and urban life during the 19th century.