Damas Collection

Midhat Pasha Souq at Damascus Straight Street, Syria
Midhat Pasha Souq inside an arcade at Damascus Straight Street (Street Called Straight; today Midhat Pasha Street) in the historic district of the city, Syria. Date: circa 1940

Court of Maison Lisbona in Damascus, Syria. The house belonged to the wealthy Lisbona family and later housed the Jewish Maimonides school. Date: circa 1905

Historic street in Damascus, Syria
View along a historic street in Damascus, Syria. Date: 1930s

The Conversion of St. Paul, 1601 (oil on canvas)
XOS1274001 The Conversion of St. Paul, 1601 (oil on canvas) by Caravaggio, Michelangelo Merisi da (1571-1610); 230x175 cm; Santa Maria del Popolo, Rome

Damascus, Syria - Ancient Walls (St. Pauls escape)
Damascus, Syria - Ancient Wall - connected (in some way) to the flight of Saint Paul, forced to flee the city under the cover of night after explosive reactions from Jews opposed to his teachings

Old Damascus, Jewish Quarter or Gathering Lemons, c. 1873-74 (oil on canvas)
CH15728 Old Damascus, Jewish Quarter or Gathering Lemons, c.1873-74 (oil on canvas) by Leighton, Frederic (1830-96); 134x108 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Dervicherie Damas Felix Bonfils French 1831
Dervicherie - Damas; Felix Bonfils (French, 1831 - 1885); Damascus, Syria; 1872; Albumen silver print

Damascus, Syria - Rue de la Gare and the Orient Palace Hotel
Hijaz Square, Damascus, Syria - Rue de la Gare with Orient Palace Hotel and Al-Sharq Hotel in the 1960s Date: circa 1960s

Syrian Women preparation preparing flat bread
Damascus, Syria - Syrian Women preparation flat bread, cooked over a domed hot stone. Date: circa 1920s

Three natives tying a gazelle carcass for transportation
This scene is from a journey across the Sahara taken by Lt D.R.G. Cameron of the Royal Scots. The caption says that the gazelle was a Dama's Gazelle a new subspecies discovered during

The Railway Line from Constantinople to Mecca, from a series of promotional cards on Great Railway Lines
488455 The Railway Line from Constantinople to Mecca, from a series of promotional cards on Great Railway Lines, produced by Chocolat d'Aiguebelle, 1900-19 (colour litho) by French School

Vue de Damas (engraving)
7179215 Vue de Damas (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vue de Damas. Illustration for Dictionnaire Populaire Illustre by Decembre-Alonnier (c 1880)

Roman-style wall hanging, circa 1900. Valance sheet, lambrequin drapes, brocatelle curtains. Planche 6. Croisee Style Roman. Cantonniere drap, application meme etoffe

Luxury Egyptian-style wall hangings, circa 1900. Painted wood and lacquer pelmet, satin lambrequin, velvet curtain, decoration with ancient Egyptian flower motifs. Planche 1. Croisee Genre Egyptien

Young womens dresses, 1913
Young womens dresses: one in white crepon and orange taffeta, the other in embroidered white fabric. Robes de jeunes filles: l une en crepon blanc et taffetas orange, l autre en drap blanc brode

Girl in blue velvet jacket trimmed with skunk, with white suede gaiters. Manteau de fillette en velours bleu garni de skungs, guetres de suede blanc

The Conversion of St. Paul (oil on canvas)
ALI355364 The Conversion of St. Paul (oil on canvas) by Caravaggio, Michelangelo Merisi da (1571-1610); Galleria Balbi di Piovera, Genoa, Italy; Alinari

Woman in dress of corn-yellow velvet with black waistcoat
Woman in dress of corn-yellow velvet with little waistcoat of black velvet. Robe de velours mais, petite veste de velours noir bordee de vair

Christians from Damascus emigrating to Beirut, illustration from
485238 Christians from Damascus emigrating to Beirut, illustration from Le Monde IllustrA©, 24 November, 1860 (litho) by Dumont, L

Alexandre Damas as Alceste in Le Misanthrope by Moliere, Theatre Francais, 1823. Handcoloured lithograph by F. Noel after an illustration by Alexandre-Marie Colin from Portraits d Acteurs et d

The Conversion of Saul, p. 1580
BOO73037 The Conversion of Saul, p.1580 by Veronese, (Paolo Caliari) (1528-88); 191x329 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; Italian, out of copyright

The Conversion of St. Paul (oil on canvas) (b / w photo)
ALI104939 The Conversion of St. Paul (oil on canvas) (b/w photo) by Caravaggio, Michelangelo Merisi da (1571-1610); Galleria Balbi di Piovera, Genoa, Italy; Alinari

The Conversion of St. Paul (oil on canvas) (detail of 355364)
483294 The Conversion of St. Paul (oil on canvas) (detail of 355364) by Caravaggio, Michelangelo Merisi da (1571-1610); Galleria Balbi di Piovera, Genoa, Italy; Alinari

Granada, Torre de las Damas (colour litho)
6020021 Granada, Torre de las Damas (colour litho) by Haddon, A. Trevor (1864-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Granada, Torre de las Damas)

Louis XIII armchair (wood & damask)
XIR228244 Louis XIII armchair (wood & damask) by French School, (17th century); Musee des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Ms Fr 9081 fol. 206 Historiated initial C depicting Conrad III (1137-52
XIR187141 Ms Fr 9081 fol.206 Historiated initial C depicting Conrad III (1137-52) Emperor of Germany and Louis VII (1120-80) King of France, besieging Damascus in 1148

Porte de lEst, Damascus, Syria. Date: circa 1908

French Military Hospital, Damscus, Syria - Hopital Militaire Henri de Verbizier Date: circa 1910

Damascus, Syria - General View Date: circa 1950s

Victoria Hotel in Damascus, Syria
The Victoria Hotel in Damascus, Syria, one of the largest tourist hotels in Syria at the time, famous for a meeting between Allenby, King Faisal and Lawrence of Arabia. Date: circa 1910

Al-Hamidiyah Souq in old town Damascus, Syria. It is the largest and the central souq in Syria, located near to the Citadel. Date: circa 1905

Al-Salihiyah (Salehiye) in Damascus, Syria
Al-Salihiyah (Salehiye), a neighbourhood of Damascus, Syria, at the foot of Mount Qasioun. Date: circa 1910

Bayt Shamiyya (Maison Chamieh), Damascus, Syria
Courtyard and pool of the Bayt Shamiyya (Maison Chamieh), Damascus, Syria, with women in traditional costume. Located on Zankat Bab Tuma in the Christian Quarter of the old city

Damascus, Syria - Djemal-Pacha Avenue
Damascus, Syria - Rue Djemal-Pacha (named after the Ottoman Military leader Ahmed Djemal Pasha (1872-1922) - Governor of Greater Syria in 1915-16). Date: circa 1920

Bridge and Gate of Bab Tuma - Damascus, Syria
An absolutely stunning-quality postcard of the Bridge of Bab-Touma at Damascus, Syria. Bab Tuma (" Thomass Gate" ) - a borough of Old Damascus in Syria

Interieur de Maison Damas Felix Bonfils French
Interieur de Maison (Damas); Felix Bonfils (French, 1831 - 1885); Damascus, Syria; 1872; Albumen silver print

Syrie Syria Interieur de maison a Damas Felix Bonfils
Syrie, Syria, Interieur de maison a Damas; Felix Bonfils (French, 1831 - 1885); Alais, France; 1877; Tinted Albumen silver print

Minaret de la Fiancee Damas Felix Bonfils French
Minaret de la Fiancee - Damas; Felix Bonfils (French, 1831 - 1885); Damascus, Syria; 1872; Albumen silver print

Groupes de Tombeaux Damas Felix Bonfils French
Groupes de Tombeaux - Damas; Felix Bonfils (French, 1831 - 1885); Damascus, Syria; 1872; Albumen silver print

Vue generale de Damas Felix Bonfils French
Vue generale de Damas; Felix Bonfils (French, 1831 - 1885); Alais, France; about 1878; Albumen silver print

Syrie Syria Vue generale de Damas Felix Bonfils
Syrie, Syria, Vue generale de Damas; Felix Bonfils (French, 1831 - 1885); Alais, France; 1877; Tinted Albumen silver print

City Hall of Damascus, Syria
City Hall of Damascus, the capital city of Syria, at the beginning of the 20th century. Date: circa 1910

Barada river in Damascus, Syria
Bridges over the Nahr Barada, the main river in Damascus, Syria. Date: circa 1918

Martyrs Square in Damascus, Syria
General view on Damascus, Syria, with Martyrs Square in the foreground with Telegraph Monument (right) and trams. Date: circa 1918

Part of the Temple of Jupiter in Damascus, Syria
Part of the Temple of Jupiter built in the first century AD by the Romans in Damascus, Syria. Date: circa 1918

Dervish monastery and Al-Salihiyah in Damascus, Syria
Dervish monastery and the Al-Salihiyah neighbourhood of Damascus, Syria, in the distance at the foot of Mount Qasioun. Date: circa 1918

Street in Damascus, Syria
Street with a few donkeys and their owner in Damascus, Syria Date: circa 1910

Al-Rabwa valley near Damascus, Syria
Valley of Al-Rabwa, today part of the Mezzeh district of Damascus, Syria. Date: 1920s

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Discover the enchanting beauty of Damas, a city steeped in history and rich cultural heritage. Wander through the bustling Midhat Pasha Souq at Damascus Straight Street, where vibrant colors and exotic scents fill the air. This historic street in Damascus, Syria, has witnessed countless tales unfold over centuries. Immerse yourself in art as you gaze upon "The Conversion of St. Paul, " a captivating masterpiece painted on canvas in 1601. Feel the echoes of time resonate within the walls of Court Maison Lisbona, an architectural gem nestled in the heart of Damascus. Marvel at the ancient walls that once guarded St. Paul's escape from captivity, standing tall as a testament to resilience and freedom. Transport yourself back to old Damascus with "Jewish Quarter or Gathering Lemons, " an oil painting capturing everyday life during c. 1873-74. Witness tradition come alive as three natives skillfully tie a gazelle carcass for transportation—a glimpse into their resourcefulness and connection with nature. Travel through time with Chocolat d'Aiguebelle's promotional cards showcasing The Railway Line from Constantinople to Mecca (1900-19), offering glimpses into an era defined by progress and exploration. Indulge in luxurious comfort at Victoria Hotel, where modern amenities blend seamlessly with Damascene hospitality. Lose yourself amidst Al-Hamidiyah Souq's labyrinthine alleys—an iconic marketplace that has stood witness to generations of trade and commerce. Explore Al-Salihiyah (Salehiye), a district brimming with historical significance and architectural wonders waiting to be discovered around every corner. Step inside Bayt Shamiyya (Maison Chamieh) for an authentic taste of traditional Syrian architecture—its intricate details will leave you awe-inspired. Damas beckons travelers seeking adventure, culture, and timeless beauty—a city where past meets present harmoniously along its storied streets.