Assouan [Aswan], 1857
Scope and Contents
228 x 157 mm. A fine landscape taken from the top of a hill opposite the Isle of Elephantine and looking north along the Nile. Two Europeans stand in the foreground watching the scene below where dhows are moored along the riverbank unloading produce. The town itself is visible on the skyline in the distance.
Dates
- Creation: 1857
Creator
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Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Good condition, apart from water staining along one edge.
General
WS.
Originator(s)
Frith, Francis, 1822-1898, photographer
Finding aid date
2004-07-06 09:10:06+00:00
Repository Details
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