Porte de Damas

James Robertson, and Felice Beato

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a frontal view of a large stone gate complex with high walls. The horizon is at the top of the image. The walls appear sturdy with heavy texture and substantial stonework. The color palette is primarily sepia brown. The ground in front of the gate is rocky with patches of dirt and a path leading to the entrance where several figures are visible. In the distance, to the right of the gate, domed structures can be seen.