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Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem

James Robertson

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a historical cityscape with stone buildings, domes, and towers. The horizon is high in the frame, featuring hilly terrain in the distance. Various domes and minarets stand out among the dense architectural landscape. The buildings are intricately detailed, emphasizing the stonework texture. The color palette is sepia-toned, evoking a sense of age. Closest to the viewer, flat roofs and narrow alleyways are visible, guiding the eye through the city scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1857
Medium
salted paper print
Dimensions
7774 × 6601 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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