Photographic Stereoview of the Mosque of Mohammed Ali, Interior, Cairo, Egypt
(Cairo)
New York: Underwood, 1899. Black and white real-photo stereoptical view of the interior of the mosque, a lone worshipper on the floor; a very well-lit and detailed scene, displaying the fine interior architectural features, lighting, design-work; Underwood card number 9788; back of card gives further information concerning the mosques of Cairo and specifically this: "...known as the Alabaster Mosque because its columns and mural decorations are of alabaster. The interior is richly adorned and brilliantly lighted. The mosque was begun in 1824 by Mohammed Ali, founder of the present Egyptian dynasty; his tomb is in one corner surrounded by a railing..."; photographer's identifiers on card at edges; clear and with very good detail; light edge, tips wear to card, one corner with crease, does not obtrude into image; very good condition. Very Good (Item ID: 12601)
$20.00
