Vue d'une Mosquée ruinée près de Bab-Saïda, au Kaire 1849 - 1850

"Vue d'une Mosquée ruinée près de Bab-Saïda, au Kaire" (View of a Ruined Mosque near Bab-Saïda, Cairo) is a photograph by French writer and photographer Maxime Du Camp, created between 1849 and 1850. The image captures a partial view of a mosque in Cairo, Egypt, showcasing the crumbling facade of the building and the surrounding landscape. The photograph's composition highlights the mosque's minaret, standing tall against the backdrop of the Cairo sky. It's a prime example of Du Camp's interest in documenting the architectural and cultural heritage of Egypt during his travels in the mid-19th century. The photograph, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the historical context of Cairo and its architectural evolution.