Street in the Arab Quarter, Jerusalem

1854

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Impressionism Realism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Street in the Arab Quarter, Jerusalem is a 1854 by Auguste Salzmann, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Auguste Salzmann
When & what style?: 1854 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This photo shows a narrow alley in what looks like an old city. The buildings on both sides are made of stone, crumbling and uneven. There’s a big archway in the middle, leading to another street. The ground is dirty, with patches of shadow and light playing across it. Windows are small and barred, and some doors are slightly open. The photo feels old and grainy, like it was taken a long time ago. The lighting is dim, making the alley look quiet and a bit mysterious. If you like this style, check out Realism next.