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Jaffa to Jerusalem. Plain of Sharon from the tower [approximately 1900 to 1920]
American Colony (Jerusalem). Photo Department
1 negative : glass, dry plate ; 4 x 5 in. or smaller.

#Jaffa #Jerusalem #Sharon #PhotoDepartment #Byzantine #Israel #Ramlah #photography

https://www.loc.gov/item/2019691957/

The image is a black and white photograph depicting an expansive rural landscape with remnants of ancient architecture. In the foreground, there's a dilapidated stone structure featuring arches, indicative of Roman or Byzantine construction. The ruins are overgrown with vegetation, suggesting they have been abandoned for some time.

Beyond this ruinous edifice lies rolling farmland divided into neat plots by winding paths and irrigation ditches, hinting at agricultural activity. A river cuts through the center of the scene from left to right, its banks lined with sparse trees or shrubs. The landscape extends towards a horizon marked by an open plain under what appears to be overcast skies.

In one corner of the photograph stands a solitary tree with twisted branches and dense foliage on top, which adds contrast against the flat expanse of fields in the distance. There are no visible people in this image; instead, it focuses on the juxtaposition between nature's resilience through ancient ruins amid cultivated land under an unassuming sky.

This black-and-white photo may have been taken during a historical period when such imagery was common for documenting landscapes and architecture with less emphasis on color photography which became popular later.

Jaffa to Jerusalem. Tower of the Forty Martyrs, Ramleh [approximately 1900 to 1920]
American Colony (Jerusalem). Photo Department
1 negative : glass, dry plate ; 4 x 5 in. or smaller.

#Jaffa #Jerusalem #PhotoDepartment #Israel #Palestine #American #Christian #Ramlah #photography

https://www.loc.gov/item/2019691747/

The image depicts a historical scene captured through an arched stone doorway, providing a view of the Tower of Forty Martyrs in Ramleh. The tower stands prominently within what appears to be ruins or an old church structure, with visible Gothic architectural elements such as pointed arches and tall narrow windows. Surrounding the site is grassy terrain with scattered bushes, hinting at natural overgrowth typical of abandoned historical sites.

The photograph's monochromatic tone suggests it may have been taken in the early 20th century or earlier, indicative of its age and possibly a documentary nature capturing the ruins during that period. The framing through an archway adds to the sense of viewing history from another time, emphasizing both the passage of time since these structures were fully intact as well as their historical significance.

Additional context is provided by reference information indicating this photograph was part of "Jaffa to Jerusalem," likely a collection or publication about various locations in Israel and Palestine. The mention of American Colony (Jerusalem) Photo Department suggests that it could have been taken within the premises of an institution with connections to photography, possibly associated with Christian missionary activities during late 19th-early 20th centuries.

The reference number "691e" along with a unique identifier "[approx [...]

Jaffa to Jerusalem. Ramleh (Arimathea) from the tower [approximately 1900 to 1920]
American Colony (Jerusalem). Photo Department
1 negative : glass, dry plate ; 4 x 5 in. or smaller.

#Jaffa #Jerusalem #Ramleh #Arimathea #PhotoDepartment #Israel #Ramlah #Ruins #photography

https://www.loc.gov/item/2019691431/

The image is a black and white photograph showing an aerial view of what appears to be a town with various structures including buildings, a church or tall building resembling a minaret. Below the town lies fields and clusters of graves in large cemeteries organized in rows. The perspective suggests that this photo may have been taken from above using a camera on a tower or another elevated structure. It's a historical snapshot likely documenting urban development during an early 20th-century time period, as indicated by the style of buildings, infrastructure, and absence of modern vehicles.

Jaffa to Jerusalem. Lydda and the Church of St. George [approximately 1900 to 1920]
American Colony (Jerusalem). Photo Department
1 negative : glass, dry plate ; 4 x 5 in. or smaller.

#Jaffa #Jerusalem #theChurchofStGeorge #PhotoDepartment #MiddleEastern #Palestine #Lydda #Israel #photography

https://www.loc.gov/item/2019691749/

The image depicts a historical black and white photograph of an ancient town with stone buildings, indicative of Middle Eastern architecture. Prominent in the foreground is a tall palm tree standing against a partly cloudy sky. In the background lies what appears to be an older church or monastery made from large stones, featuring arched doorways and windows that speak to its historical significance. The setting suggests it may have been taken around 1900-1920 in Palestine, possibly Lydda (today's Lod) due to mention of the Church of St. George as part of "Jaffa to Jerusalem" context provided by reference information found online.

Jaffa to Jerusalem. Lower Beth Horon. Joshua 16:3 between 1950 and 1977.
Matson Photo Service
1 slide : color ; 2 x 2 in.

#Jaffa #Jerusalem #BethHoron #Joshua16:3 #MatsonPhotoService #theMiddleEast #NorthAfrica #WestBank #photography

https://www.loc.gov/item/2019705384/

This image depicts a rural landscape, possibly from the Middle East or North Africa. The scene shows a rugged terrain with rocky outcrops and sparse vegetation, including trees that appear to be olive groves scattered across the fields. There is a winding path cutting through the middle of the photo, suggesting access for people or animals.

The background reveals a series of small buildings or houses in what could be a village setting, with some larger structures possibly indicating storage facilities like silos or barns. The sky above has a hazy quality, perhaps due to atmospheric conditions or photographic processing, and gives an overall impression that the image is somewhat old-fashioned, likely from mid-20th century.

The coloration of the photo leans towards cooler tones with a greenish tint, which might be indicative of film stock used at the time. The presence of this particular landscape in "Jaffa to Jerusalem" suggests it could have been taken during an archaeological or anthropological expedition between 1950 and 1977.

The photograph is credited to Matson Photo Service, indicating that they were responsible for capturing such images as part of their work. The specific image dimensions are provided in the alt text reference ("Matson Photo Service" with "2 x 2 in"), which may be relevant information if you're looking at this within a larger collection or databa [...]

Jaffa to Jerusalem. Upper Beth Horon between 1950 and 1977.
Matson Photo Service
1 slide : color ; 2 x 2 in.

#Jaffa #Jerusalem #UpperBethHoron #MatsonPhotoService #WestBank #photography

https://www.loc.gov/item/2019705382/

The image depicts a scenic landscape viewed through what appears to be the frame of an old film reel. The scene captures rolling hills in varying shades of green and brown, indicating dry or barren fields interspersed with patches of vegetation. In the foreground, there's a natural barrier made up of rocks and stones neatly piled along the path leading into the distance.

The composition includes tree branches from above on both sides framing this view like an old movie screen. The color palette has muted tones typical of vintage photography, possibly due to its age or how it was developed at that time. It's a serene rural scene with no visible signs of modern infrastructure except for what might be far-off buildings in the middle distance.

This landscape is identified as being located between Jaffa and Jerusalem along Upper Beth Horon during the years 1950-1977, based on additional information from 'Jaffa to Jerusalem.' The photographer who captured this image was a part of Matson Photo Service.

Jaffa to Jerusalem. Jaffa, sunset from the House of Simon the Tanner between 1950 and 1977.
Matson Photo Service
1 slide : color ; 2 x 2 in.

#Jaffa #Jerusalem #MatsonPhotoService #2inches #Israel #TelAviv #photography

https://www.loc.gov/item/2019705369/

The image depicts a captivating sunset over the ocean, with rays of sunlight piercing through dark clouds. The sky is a mix of warm pink hues and cooler blue tones, creating a striking contrast that highlights the dramatic atmosphere of the scene. The waves on the water's surface reflect these colors, adding to the overall beauty of the composition. This picturesque moment seems to be captured in a personal photograph album or archive collection, as suggested by its size (2 x 2 inches) and the presence of an identification label from Matson Photo Service.

⭕️Les forces d’occupation #Israéliennes continuent de perquisitionner des maisons dans le quartier #d’Al-Kassarat près du camp de réfugiés de #Qalandiya, au Nord de #Jérusalem occupée.

⚠️ Stop à la complicité de l'UE dans le génocide des Palestiniens
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Jaffa to Jerusalem. Gezer. Josh 10:33. I Kings 9:15 between 1950 and 1977.
Matson Photo Service
1 slide : color ; 2 x 2 in.

#Jaffa #Jerusalem #Gezer #MatsonPhotoService #MiddleEastern #NorthAfrican #Israel #Joshua #Kings #Israel #photography

https://www.loc.gov/item/2019705377/

The image depicts a pastoral scene with two individuals and their animals in an open, rural landscape. In the foreground stands a camel adorned with colorful baskets on its back, suggesting it is used for carrying goods or water during travel across arid regions. A person sits atop one of these baskets, reinforcing this interpretation.

Adjacent to the camel, another individual rides a dark-colored donkey equipped with simple saddle gear. This person appears to be engaged in grazing, as they have their foot on the ground and are bending down slightly towards the dry grass covering the terrain.

The background is dominated by vast expanses of flat land under a bright blue sky, indicating an arid environment that might typically occur in Middle Eastern or North African regions. The horizon features gentle hills or low mountains, adding depth to the landscape but providing no significant landmarks for precise location identification.

Overall, this image captures a moment from everyday life where individuals rely on camels and donkeys as modes of transportation across open land, likely reflecting historical agricultural practices before motorized vehicles became prevalent in such regions. The color tones are naturalistic with hints of faded reds, greens, blues, and browns contributing to the earthy palette.

The caption "Jaffa to Jerusalem. Gezer." suggests that this image m [...]

Jaffa to Jerusalem. Samson's cave between 1950 and 1977.
Matson Photo Service
1 slide : color ; 2 x 2 in.

#Jaffa #Jerusalem #Samson #MatsonPhotoService #Mediterranean #Israel #photography

https://www.loc.gov/item/2019705379/

This image depicts a natural landscape characterized by rugged terrain and sparse vegetation. A large, rocky cliff dominates the scene with an opening or cave visible at its top. The surrounding ground is covered in dry grasses, shrubs, and small bushes that indicate arid conditions typical of Mediterranean climates. Above lies a clear blue sky suggesting fair weather during this time frame captured by Matson Photo Service between 1950-77 as per the reference found on Jaffa to Jerusalem.

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Jaffa to Jerusalem. Plain of Sharon from the Tower of Ramleh between 1950 and 1977.
Matson Photo Service
1 slide : color ; 2 x 2 in.

#Jaffa #Jerusalem #Sharon #theTowerofRamleh #MatsonPhotoService #Israel #Ramlah #photography

https://www.loc.gov/item/2019705373/

The image displays an aerial view of a rural landscape, featuring cultivated fields with various shades of green and brown. In the foreground, there is a series of ancient stone arches forming part of what appears to be a historical structure or ruin. The setting suggests a location rich in history and agriculture. Beyond this site, expansive agricultural plots stretch out into the horizon, separated by clusters of trees that provide contrast against the cultivated fields. This picturesque view captures both nature's bounty and remnants of past civilizations, presenting a blend of natural beauty and human heritage.

Jaffa to Jerusalem. Ascent to Beth Horon between 1950 and 1977.
Matson Photo Service
1 slide : color ; 2 x 2 in.

#Jaffa #Jerusalem #BethHoron #MatsonPhotoService #2x2inches #WestBank #photography

https://www.loc.gov/item/2019705381/

The image depicts a rural landscape with rolling hills covered in sparse vegetation, predominantly shrubs and small trees. A dirt path winds through the terrain on which a figure is seen riding a donkey or mule loaded down with various items such as bags and blankets. The rider wears traditional attire that includes a head covering, suggesting cultural significance. To one side of the path lies an accumulation of stones piled up in what appears to be a rough wall or barrier. In the background, more hills rise against a hazy sky indicative of distance and perhaps some heat haze. This scene likely represents rural travel through a region known for such topography, possibly during mid-20th-century times as suggested by its historical context provided from "Jaffa to Jerusalem." The image is credited to Matson Photo Service with dimensions noted at 2 x 2 inches in slide format and has a color tone typical of older photographs.

Jaffa to Jerusalem. Antipatris. Old caravansaray from the days of St. Paul. Acts 23:11 between 1950 and 1977.
Matson Photo Service
1 slide : color ; 2 x 2 in.

#Jaffa #Jerusalem #Antipatris #MatsonPhotoService #Aphek(Extinctcity) #Israel #photography