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Kobri el Gezira Bridge, Cairo, c. 1880 (b / w photo)
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Kobri el Gezira Bridge, Cairo, c. 1880 (b / w photo)
498352 Kobri el Gezira Bridge, Cairo, c.1880 (b/w photo) by Sebah, J. Pascal (1823-1886); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kobri el Gezira Bridge connected downtown Cairo to Gezira Island and the Zamalek district, spanning the Nile River. Completed in 1871 the bridge only lasted until the 1930s when it was replaced by the Qasr al-Nil Bridge. The four bronze lions at each end of the bridge were sculpted by Henri Alfred Marie Jacquemart (1824-1896).); Lebanese, out of copyright
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This photograph captures the majestic Kobri el Gezira Bridge in Cairo, circa 1880. The bridge, beautifully depicted by J. Pascal Sebah, served as a vital connection between downtown Cairo and Gezira Island, gracefully spanning across the mighty Nile River. Completed in 1871, this architectural marvel stood tall until the 1930s when it was eventually replaced by the Qasr al-Nil Bridge. The image showcases not only the grandeur of the bridge but also highlights its exquisite details. At each end of Kobri el Gezira Bridge stand four magnificent bronze lions sculpted by Henri Alfred Marie Jacquemart. These regal sculptures add an air of elegance to an already impressive structure. In this snapshot from history, we witness Egyptians going about their daily lives with donkeys crossing over this iconic landmark. The photograph provides a glimpse into life in Egypt during that era and serves as a testament to human ingenuity and artistic craftsmanship. Preserved within a private collection, this remarkable print allows us to appreciate both the historical significance of Kobri el Gezira Bridge and Sebah's exceptional talent for capturing moments frozen in time through his lens. It is truly a treasure worth cherishing for all admirers of photography, architecture, and Egyptian heritage alike.
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