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Aja Sofia. Constantinopol

Iosif Iser

1850

From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania

Classical Antiquity House Minaret Roof Tree

Dominant colour

Aja Sofia. Constantinopol is a 1850 by Iosif Iser, depicting House, held at National Museum of Art of Romania.

Who painted this?: Iosif Iser
When & what style?: 1850
Where can I see it?: National Museum of Art of Romania

About this work

This print shows a building with a big dome and two tall, thin towers. Trees with green leaves frame the top, while bushes and grass fill the bottom. The colors are mostly earthy—browns, greens, and a soft blue-gray sky. The brushstrokes are loose and quick, giving it a sketchy feel. The building looks like a mosque, but we can’t be sure without more info. Want to see more by this artist? Check out Iser, Iosif.