Who painted View of the Old City of Jerusalem?

View of the Old City of Jerusalem was painted by John Fullylove in 1804.

Where can I see View of the Old City of Jerusalem?

View of the Old City of Jerusalem is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is View of the Old City of Jerusalem?

View of the Old City of Jerusalem is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

View of the Old City of Jerusalem

John Fullylove , 1804

View of the Old City of Jerusalem is a drawing by the Impressionist artist John Fullylove. It dates from 1804 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1975.145
Credit line: Gift of Ralph L. Wilson

About this work

Overview

View of the Old City of Jerusalem is a drawing by John Fullylove, created around 1804, depicting the city from an elevated vantage point.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing shows the walled Old City of Jerusalem in a state of disrepair, with a mix of architectural elements and figures moving through the landscape, set against a distant, softly rendered background.

Technique & Style

Characterized by loose brushstrokes and muted earth tones, the drawing emphasizes light and shadow to convey depth, rather than precise detail, reflecting a style typical of sketches from the period.

History & Provenance

The drawing is held in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.