A monochrome photographic portrait from between 1865 and the 1920s taken by Samson & Co, Westenhellweg 65, Dortmund…
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![The image depicts a scene with several people standing outdoors, dressed in traditional Middle Eastern clothing. The setting appears to be an arid landscape, possibly on the edge of a historical site or ruins, given the presence of ancient architecture and a palm tree.
There are seven individuals visible: four women wearing long robes covered by head coverings (hijabs), two young boys standing nearby, and another woman with her back turned. The group is spread out across what looks like rocky terrain, possibly on elevated ground overlooking an expanse that could be the Mediterranean Sea or a similar body of water.
In the background stands a large dome structure, which might suggest a religious site such as a mosque. A palm tree sways in the wind behind this building, adding to the sense of arid climate and historical context. The overall colors are muted with earthy tones dominating the scene, complemented by a hazy sky.
The image is marked with greenish-yellow tint across it, which could be due to aging or processing effects on the photograph itself. At the bottom right corner, there's text that reads "Jaffa to Jerusalem Zorah Home of Samson Judges 13:2 between 1950 and 1977 Matson Photo Service" suggesting a possible connection to biblical themes from those regions during this time period.
The image is credited as belonging to the Eric & Edith Matson Photographs, sp [...]](https://files.mastodon.social/cache/media_attachments/files/115/703/087/305/451/691/small/6e4c9371de857275.jpeg)







