Man met ezel bij de qubba van Douris, nabij Baalbek c. 1867 - 1877

"Man met ezel bij de qubba van Douris, nabij Baalbek" is a photograph by Félix Bonfils, dating from 1867 - 1877, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The image captures the ruins of a qubba (a dome-shaped structure) near Baalbek, Lebanon. The photograph showcases the architectural grandeur of the ancient Roman city, with a lone man and his donkey adding a human element to the scene, creating a juxtaposition between past and present. This albumen print, characteristic of 19th-century photography, offers a glimpse into the historical landscape of Baalbek, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its impressive Roman temples and archaeological remnants. The photograph was part of Bonfils' extensive documentation of the Middle East, making him a prominent figure in the field of archaeological photography.