Who painted Siloam from under S.E. Corner of Wall Jerusalem?

Siloam from under S.E. Corner of Wall Jerusalem was painted by John Fulleylove in 1901.

Where can I see Siloam from under S.E. Corner of Wall Jerusalem?

Siloam from under S.E. Corner of Wall Jerusalem is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

Can I buy a print of Siloam from under S.E. Corner of Wall Jerusalem?

Museum-quality prints of Siloam from under S.E. Corner of Wall Jerusalem are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Siloam from under S.E. Corner of Wall Jerusalem

John Fulleylove , 1901

Siloam from under S.E. Corner of Wall Jerusalem is a drawing by John Fulleylove. It dates from 1901 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

The drawing presents a view of the Pool of Siloam as seen from beneath the southeast angle of the wall that once surrounded Jerusalem’s Temple Mount. The composition captures a steep, rocky slope dotted with modest dwellings, narrow lanes, and a watercourse that threads through the arid terrain, offering a concise impression of the locale’s topography.

Subject & Meaning

The work records a specific perspective of the ancient pool and its surrounding settlement, emphasizing the integration of human habitation into the hillside. By focusing on the modest architecture and the meandering stream, the sketch conveys the everyday environment that surrounded a site of religious significance, highlighting the coexistence of sacred and mundane spaces.

Technique & Style

Executed with swift, light strokes, the artist employs a loose line quality to suggest the uneven ground and crumbling walls. The drawing relies on minimal shading, using varied line density to hint at texture and depth, indicating that it was likely produced on location as a rapid visual note rather than a finished studio piece.

History & Provenance

Originally part of a series of illustrations for the 1902 volume The Holy Land Painted by John Fulleylove, the image was exhibited at The Fine Art Society that same year under a descriptive title. It entered the private collection of Rodney Searight after being purchased from the Schidlof gallery around 1967, where it remains documented.