This monumental painting is arguably the most sensational work depicting Damascus by the German Orientalist artist Gustav Bauernfeind. The detailed execution and the vibrant use of colour truly capture the allure of the East.
Bauernfeind was enthralled by Damascus, its streets, its people and its buildings. He travelled the streets and, weather permitting, painted and sketched every day. He became a well-known figure in the city.
While visiting the Umayyad Mosque for the first time, its monumental architecture made an enormous impression on him and wrote in his journal: "Have discovered a thankful subject: The gate of the Great Mosque. It will be difficult to paint it. If it is possible, I hope to create a beautiful painting"
... and boy did he deliver!
Made with museum-grade paper, these posters translate any digital artwork into exquisite real life décor. Each poster is printed with top-tier pigmented archival inks for a stunning end result!
• Museum grade paper • 175 gsm fine art paper • Matte finish • Pigmented archival inks; for bright and intense colours that will not fade when exposed to sunlight
Due to the production process of these posters, please allow for slight size deviations with a tolerance +/- 1/16".
