Entrance of Khan al-Jumruk, Aleppo

The image focuses on the entrance of a historic gate, highlighting architectural details of medieval Islamic design. As part of Creswell's work, it aimed to accurately record physical evidence of such monuments.

Taken between 1919 and 1921, the photograph exemplifies Creswell's emphasis on photography as a precise tool for architectural documentation, characterized by attention to quality and factual representation.

Acquired by the Victoria and Albert Museum National Art Library from Professor Sir K.A.C. Creswell between 1921 and 1939, the photograph is one of many in his collection used to support his scholarly publications.

Created during Creswell's pioneering research in medieval Islamic architectural history, the photograph reflects his innovative approach to combining fieldwork with photographic evidence, contrasting with earlier practices reliant on reconstructed drawings.

As part of Creswell's corpus of work, the photograph contributes to a foundational body of research still referenced today in the study of medieval Islamic architecture, underscoring Creswell's lasting impact on the field.