Biskra Collection

Muslims at prayer, Algeria, 1920. Artist: Biskra Frechon
Muslims at prayer, Algeria, 1920. A print from Customs of the World, Hutchinson and Company, 1920

Rue des Ouleds-Naדּand Moorish cafes, Biskra
The busy street of Ouleds-Naדּ, Biskra, lined with several Moorish cafes. Date: circa 1910s

An external view of the Royal Hotel in Biskra, Algeria, 1920s Date: 1920s

External view of the Hotel Transatlantique with its terrace
An external view of the Hotel Transatlantique with its terrace in Biskra, 1920s Date: 1920s

Fashionable guests - Transatlantique Hotel at Biskra
A sketch of fashionable guests arriving by car outside the Transatlantique Hotel at Biskra, in the Sahara (North Africa) under the management of the French Line, 1920s

An exterior view of Hotel Transatlantique in Biskra, the Sahara Date: 1920s

The entrance and gardens to the Casino at Biskra, Algeria
The entrance and gardens to the Casino at Biskra, in the Sahara, Algeria, 1920s Date: 1920s

A Street Scene, Biskra
An oil painting capturing a street scene in the city of Biskra, Algeria, figures are walking down the wide passageway, lined with simple white buildings, most of which have green

Desert near Biskra, Algeria (b / w photo)
7202076 Desert near Biskra, Algeria (b/w photo) by Geiser, Jean (1848-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Desert near Biskra, Algeria)

Biskra, (oil on canvas)
658568 Biskra, (oil on canvas) by Simoni, Gustavo (1846-1925); 87.5x59 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Biskra. Gustavo Simoni (b. 1846). Oil on canvas. 87.5 x 59cm); Photo © Christies Images

Baroness Troil in Arab dress with a camel, Biskra, Sahara, 1927 ready for a caravan expedition Date: 1927

A feature about the delights of Biskra, Algeria, 1925 - a desert oasis in the Sahara Date: 1925

Camel train at the ruins of old Biskra, Algeria
19th century vintage photograph: Camel train at the ruins of old Biskra, Algeria

Arab men outside cafe, El Kantara, Biskra region, Algeria
Arab men and children outside a cafe, El Kantara, Biskra region, Algeria. Vintage 19th century photograph

Biskra, woman and child, Algeria
19th century vintage photograph: Biskra, woman and child, Algeria

Royal Hotel and Avenue de Lacroix at Biskra, Algeria. Date: circa 1910s

An Uled-Nail Woman, Biskra (b / w photo)
5990421 An Uled-Nail Woman, Biskra (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Uled-Nail Woman, Biskra. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910)

Dancing woman of Biskra, Algeria, North Africa
Dancing woman at a cabaret in Biskra, Algeria, North Africa, with a tambourine in which she collects money. Date: 1922

Clare Sheridan at Bab-El-M Cid
Clare Sheridan (born as Clare Consuelo Frewen; also known as Clare Consuelo Sheridan) (9 September 1885 - 31 May 1970), English sculptress, traveller and writer

Bab-Darb Quarter of Biskra Old Town, Algeria Date: circa 1910s

Caravan travelling between Biskra and Touggourt, Algeria (colour photo)
3095209 Caravan travelling between Biskra and Touggourt, Algeria (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The oasis of Biskra, Algeria (colour litho)
3634061 The oasis of Biskra, Algeria (colour litho) by Nesbitt, Frances (1864-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: The oasis of Biskra, Algeria)

Travellers in the Algerian Sahara on the road from Biskra to El Kantara (b / w photo)
6033658 Travellers in the Algerian Sahara on the road from Biskra to El Kantara (b/w photo) by French Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Watford WD17 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Watford WD17 4

A dancer in Biskra, Algeria, 1922. Artist: Crete
A dancer in Biskra, Algeria, 1922. From Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume I: Abyssinia to the British Empire

A street in Biskra, Algeria, 1895. Artist: Meunier
A street in Biskra, Algeria, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXII, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Woman, Biskra, Algeria, c1890. Artist: Henri Thiriat
Woman, Biskra, Algeria, c1890. Illustration from The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, Division XXI, (Virtue & Co Limited, London, c1890)

French monoplane, Biskra, Algeria, c1911. French postcard

Street scene in Biskra, Algeria, circa 1890s. Date: circa 1890s

Caravanserai In El Kantara, Biskra Province, Algeria, North Africa In The Mid 19Th Century. From L univers Illustre Published 1866

El Kantara, Algeria - The Red Village
El Kantara, Biskra Province, Algeria - The Red Village - an important caravan station in the east of the country. Date: circa 1906

Old Biskra, Algeria
An elderly man stands next to a house made of clay-like materials, on the corner of a street in old Biskra. Date: circa 1910s

Algeria, a street in old Biskra

Street scene in Tolga, Biskra Province, Algeria. Date: circa 1920

Algeria - Biskra - Nomadic Encampment. Date: circa 1906

Village of El-Kantara, Algeria - Road through the Gorge
The Red Village of El-Kantara in Biskra Province, Algeria - a very important caravan station - route through The Gorge. Date: circa 1904

Village of El-Kantara, Algeria - caravan station
Village of El-Kantara in Biskra Province, Algeria - a very important caravan station. Date: circa 1904

The sea of sand, Biskra
The dunes of an erg in Biskra province. Date: circa 1910s

Oasis of date-palms, Biskra
In Biskra, Algeria, a man walks down a street lined with the date palms of the oasis, whilst two children chat near the roadside stream. Date: circa 1910s

The Gorge and the River, El Kantara, Biskra
The Gorge and the River of the town of El Kantara, Biskra. The river depicted is very dry, but this gorge was once described by locals as the mouth of the desert. Date: circa 1910s

Passage of Col de Sfa in Biskra, Algeria
Nomads stand with their camels whilst travelling through the passage Col de Sfa in the deserts of Biskra, Algeria. Biskra was a French garrison town, known for its Saharan oasis. Date: circa 1910s

A road in Old Biskra. With date palms
A man stands by a stream on a road in Biskra. The street, lined with date palms, is part the old Biskra. Date: circa 1910s

Date picking, Biskra
A man climbs up a date palm, to pick the ripe dates from the bundles at the top of the tree. Children sit below helping with the collection. Date: circa 1910s

Village of El-Kantara, Algeria - Road through the Gorges
The Red Village of El-Kantara, Algeria - Road through the Gorges Date: circa 1904

Jewish family, Biskra, Algeria

Biskra, Algeria, circa 1890 - Street of the Ouled Nail women
Street of the Ouled Nail women, Biskra, Algeria. Date: circa 1890

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"Biskra: A Glimpse into the Enchanting Past of Algeria" Step back in time to 1920, where Muslims at prayer create a serene atmosphere in Biskra. The artist, Biskra Frechon, captures this sacred moment with remarkable detail and reverence. As we wander through the streets of Rue des Ouleds-Naïl, we are transported to a world filled with Moorish cafes and vibrant cultural exchanges. The essence of Biskra's rich heritage is palpable as locals and visitors mingle together, savoring aromatic teas and indulging in delightful conversations. The Royal Hotel stands tall against the backdrop of Biskra's skyline. Its grandeur beckons travelers from far and wide to experience its luxurious accommodations and impeccable service. With an external view that exudes elegance, it is no wonder that this hotel has become synonymous with opulence. Adjacent to it lies the Hotel Transatlantique - a true gem boasting breathtaking views from its terrace. Fashionable guests grace its halls, adding an air of sophistication to this already magnificent establishment, and is here that memories are made amidst lavish surroundings. Beyond these architectural marvels lies the enchanting Casino at Biskra. As we pass through its entrance adorned with lush gardens, excitement fills our hearts for what awaits inside. This haven offers entertainment aplenty for those seeking thrill or respite from their daily routines. Venturing further into Biskra's labyrinthine streets reveals scenes frozen in time - street scenes reminiscent of bygone eras captured on canvas or film negatives. These snapshots transport us back to the 1890s when life unfolded at a slower pace yet brimming with vitality. El Kantara emerges like a mirage before our eyes; known as "The Red Village, " it captivates all who lay eyes upon it. Nestled amidst stunning natural landscapes, El Kantara showcases Algeria's rugged beauty and its people's resilience.