1860s, Original Cabinet Photograph, Port Said & Cairo, Egypt, Late 19th Century Orientalist Studio

Original antique cabinet photograph by the renowned 19th-century photographic studio Zangaki Frères, active in Egypt during the late Ottoman period (c. 1860s–1890s).

This is a studio portrait featuring a well-dressed gentleman with moustache, produced in the characteristic style of Zangaki’s commercial studio photography. The image is mounted on its original decorative card with gilt-printed studio imprint.

The reverse clearly shows the atelier mark:
“ZANGAKI FRÈRES – PHOTOGRAPHES – Port-Saïd & Caire, Égypte”

A fine example of early Orientalist photography from one of the most important commercial studios operating in Egypt during the 19th century, known for documenting both local society and the expanding Suez Canal region.

Details:
Photographer: Zangaki Frères (C. & G. Zangaki)
Place: Port Said & Cairo, Egypt
Period: circa 1880–1890
Technique: Albumen print cabinet card
Format: 16 cm × 10.5 cm
Subject: Studio portrait (gentleman)
Mount: Original printed studio card

Condition:
Good antique condition.
General age-related wear, including surface marks, corner wear, and light stains consistent with time. Image remains clear and strong with good contrast. Mount complete and intact.

Notes:
The Zangaki brothers are highly regarded in early photography history for their extensive documentation of Egypt, including Port Said, Cairo, and Suez Canal scenes. Their studio work is increasingly collected in the field of Orientalist and travel photography.

A desirable collector’s piece for enthusiasts of early photography, Egyptian history, and 19th-century studio portraiture.