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House in Al Hodeida, Yemen, 1856

This rare photograph, taken between 1855 and 1856 by the renowned French sculptor and explorer Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, offers a captivating view of Hodeida, Yemen's inner city.

In the mid-19th century, Hodeida stood as a pivotal commercial and administrative center within Yemen's Tihama region. Its strategic location along internal trade routes made it a bustling hub for merchants and locals alike. During this period, Yemen was politically divided: the northern part, including Hodeida, was under the rule of the Zaydi Imamate, while the south, encompassing Aden, was under British administration.

Bartholdi's image beautifully encapsulates the architectural style, daily life, and unique character of Hodeida before the profound political and social transformations that would reshape Yemen in the 20th century. It serves as a valuable historical document, showcasing the city's role as a vital internal commercial center within Tihama and offering a window into the traditional Yemeni lifestyle of the 19th century