Road to Hebron, Mar Saba, etc. Tomb of Abraham between 1950 and 1977.
Matson Photo Service
1 slide : color ; 2 x 2 in.
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![The image depicts a richly decorated religious shrine, featuring intricate patterns and ornate calligraphy. The dominant colors are golds, blues, greens, and purples with embossed textures that suggest the use of metal leaf or similar materials for embellishment.
At the top center hangs a rectangular banner in white fabric adorned with Arabic script, possibly indicating its sacred significance. Below this, on what appears to be an altar-like platform, there are two small golden-colored bowls supported by slender stands, alongside another item reflecting light which could suggest it is made of metal or glass.
The background showcases the shrine's intricate designs: green and purple chevron patterns that frame a central field with Arabic calligraphy in gold hues. The script likely contains verses from the Quran or other religious texts, serving as blessings or prayers for those who visit.
To the left side on the ground lies an object partially obscured by another layer of fabric; its details are not clear due to this partial obstruction and angle at which it's presented.
Below all these items is a patterned rug with floral motifs in muted colors like pinkish-purple, beige, green. The lower portion also reveals more draped fabrics or garments contributing to the overall sacred ambiance of the scene.
This photograph was likely taken during an exploration related to biblical sites, as suggested by references such as 'Ro [...]](https://files.mastodon.social/cache/media_attachments/files/115/627/839/571/600/469/original/b4e132b240de2f74.jpeg)
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