Jérusalem. Une rue de Jérusalem et entrée du Grand Couvent 1860

"Jérusalem. Une rue de Jérusalem et entrée du Grand Couvent" is a photograph taken in 1860 by Louis de Clercq, a French photographer. The photograph depicts a narrow, cobblestone street in Jerusalem, leading to the entrance of a grand convent. De Clercq's work captured the beauty and mystique of the Holy Land, and this photograph serves as a poignant example of his photographic style, known for its sharp detail and atmospheric composition. The image provides a glimpse into the daily life and architecture of Jerusalem during the mid-19th century. It is currently part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's permanent collection.