Architectural Lantern Slides of Syria
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Lantern slides created in Syria during the late 19th or early 20th century. At the time, the country was part of the Ottoman Empire. Image subjects include mosques, temples, and tombs. These lantern slides were intended for use in architectural pedagogy. Some images include persons and fashions of the time.
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Bab Kisan: View of old city wall

Bosra, Bishop's Palace: Overall view

Bosra, Byzantine Basilica: Overall view

Bosra, Triumphal Arch: Overall view before restoration

Great Mosque of Damascus: Ablution fountain and raised terrace, central courtyard

Great Mosque of Damascus: Facade of prayer-hall with courtyard and ablution fountain

Great Mosque of Damascus: Shrine of John the Baptist (Yahyā) within the mosque

Mausoleum of Saladin: Marble sarcophagus of Saladin

Mosque Elkhedir, Damascus, Syria

Tekkiye Mosque: Single line of arcaded cells on the river bank, forming the courtyard

Tekkiye Mosque: View of gardens from the madrasa with mosque visible at rear center