Who painted Entrance to Nablus?

Entrance to Nablus was painted by David Roberts in 1839.

Where can I see Entrance to Nablus?

Entrance to Nablus is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Entrance to Nablus?

Entrance to Nablus is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Entrance to Nablus?

Museum-quality prints of Entrance to Nablus are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Entrance to Nablus

David Roberts , 1839

Entrance to Nablus is a print by the Romanticist artist David Roberts. It dates from 1839 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1927.133
Credit line: Gift of the Ohio C. Barber Estate through Andrew C. Squire

About this work

Overview

Entrance to Nablus is a print created by David Roberts in 1839, documenting a scene in the Near East. It is part of a larger body of work capturing the region's landscapes and architecture.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a tranquil scene of people, camels, and dogs walking along a path towards a city surrounded by mountains and trees. The city of Nablus is rendered in detail, showcasing Roberts' focus on topographical accuracy.

Technique & Style

The work features a muted color palette dominated by shades of brown, beige, and gray. Roberts employed chiaroscuro, creating a strong contrast between light and dark areas, which adds depth and dimension to the scene.

History & Provenance

Roberts produced Entrance to Nablus during or shortly after his 1838-1840 tour of Egypt and the Levant, a journey that resulted in his influential series The Holy Land, Syria, Idumea, Arabia, Egypt, and Nubia.

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Artist

David Roberts

David Roberts (24 October 1796 – 25 November 1864) was a Scottish painter. He is especially known for The Holy Land, Syria, Idumea, Arabia, Egypt, and Nubia, a prolific series of detailed lithograph prints of Egypt and…