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Porch of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem

James Robertson

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of an old stone building with intricate architectural details. The image shows a section of the historic structure with robust stone masonry. The walls are made of large, roughly-hewn stones, and the facade includes various architectural elements like arched doorways and windows with latticework. The structure features columns supporting part of the building, along with carved moldings and stripes around a large arched entrance. A small dome is visible above one section of the building. The stone's texture suggests weathering and age, giving the structure a historical look. Light and shadow play on the stone surface, enhancing the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1857
Medium
salted paper print
Dimensions
6761 × 8491 px
Public Domain
Yes
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