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Kaalat el Athlit, Syria, View from the Seaside, 1859. Creator: Louis de Clercq (French, 1836-1901)
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Kaalat el Athlit, Syria, View from the Seaside, 1859. Creator: Louis de Clercq (French, 1836-1901)
Kaalat el Athlit, Syria, View from the Seaside, 1859. After fulfilling his obligation to a government-sponsored expedition to the crusader castles of Syria and Asia Minor, Louis de Clercq continued his photographic exploration of the Holy Land, moved on to Egypt, and returned to France through Spain. From the probably several hundred paper negatives he took during his extensive travels, de Clercq published a selection of 222 albumen prints, divided into 6 volumes, which were frequently bound as 5 albums, titled Voyage in Orient(1859-60). This carefully posed panorama of the Syrian coastline at Kaalat el Athlit, bathed in warm light and luminous shadows, records the sweep of space and rugged beauty of the site, emphasizing its geographical and topographical features. Interestingly, de Clercqs use of the panoramas represents an impressive technical achievement, since the difficulties in mid 19th-century photography only increased when the negatives had to form a continuous image. His panoramas also reveal the periods zeal to convey as much information as possible about the experience of a place
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This stunning print captures the breathtaking beauty of Kaalat el Athlit, Syria, as seen from the seaside in 1859. Taken by Louis de Clercq, a French photographer known for his extensive exploration of the Holy Land and Egypt, this image is part of his renowned albumen prints collection titled "Voyage in Orient". De Clercq's meticulous attention to detail is evident in this carefully posed panorama. The warm light and luminous shadows highlight the rugged features and geographical richness of Kaalat el Athlit. It is clear that he aimed to convey as much information as possible about the experience of being at this remarkable site. What makes this photograph even more impressive is De Clercq's technical achievement in creating panoramas during a time when photography was still evolving. The difficulties faced by photographers in the mid-19th century were compounded when negatives had to be seamlessly joined together to form a continuous image. Yet De Clercq managed to overcome these challenges with skill and precision. This particular print not only showcases De Clercq's talent but also reflects the period's enthusiasm for capturing every aspect of a place through photography. Each element within the frame tells a story, inviting viewers into an immersive visual journey through time and space. With its rich historical significance and artistic excellence, this print stands as a testament to both De Clercq's mastery behind the lens and our enduring fascination with exploring new horizons through imagery.
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