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Absalom's Tomb, Valley of Kidron, Jerusalem

Auguste Salzmann

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a weathered stone structure, potentially a tomb or monument, on the right side. The upper section has intricate carvings and columns, with an aged texture and spots of vegetation. The ground is covered in stones, leading to hilly terrain in the distance. The horizon is visible near the top edge, with tree silhouettes against a bright sky. The color palette is muted with sepia tones, giving an antique quality to the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1854
Medium
salted paper print
Dimensions
3384 × 4864 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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