David Roberts - Ashkelon. Large, high-quality lithograph, signed in the plate. Published by F. G. Moon. London, 1842.
David Roberts [1796-1864] who began his career as backdrop artist and did not receive formal training in art, became famous for his 11-month trip to the Middle East between 1838-9, when he painted almost everything he came across, and returned to London with 272 drawings. Robertson's works are considered to be the first and most important of the 19th century. They provided a first and vivid Description of the Land of Israel to the European inhabitants who until then had become familiar with the landscapes of Eretz Israel only from the Bible.
Size: 52x40 cm. Magnificent antique wooden frame in gold color and decorations 71x61 cm. Stains on top. Good condition.
