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Southern Part of Jerusalem from Mount of Olives

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The warm light bathes the ancient city, a panorama unfolding before the viewer's eyes. Buildings, rendered in a palette of creams and ochres, rise against a backdrop of rolling hills and a sky brushed with the softest blues. The artist's confident brushstrokes give the scene a tangible quality, as if one could reach out and feel the texture of the stone. A solitary figure, dressed in flowing robes, adds a touch of humanity to the grand vista, contemplating the view.

The composition is masterful, drawing the eye from the foreground, with its rough-hewn stone and verdant foliage, towards the distant spires and domes. The play of light and shadow creates a sense of depth, inviting the viewer to step into this tranquil world. It evokes a feeling of peace and reverence, a moment captured in time to be savored. The painting is a testament to the enduring beauty of a place steeped in history and spiritual significance.

Southern Part of Jerusalem from Mount of Olives

Frank Armington

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1936

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3840 × 2968 px

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