The Fortress of the Alhambra, Granada

David Roberts

Created:

Movement:

1836

Romanticism

key Notes:

Orientalism, Architectural Grandeur

Dimensions:

28 1/4 x 39 1/4 in. (71.8 x 99.7 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

David Roberts created "The Fortress of the Alhambra, Granada" in 1836, capturing the architectural splendor of the Alhambra, a UNESCO World Heritage site, during his travels in Spain. This painting exemplifies the Romantic fascination with exotic locales and historical architecture, contributing to the 19th-century European interest in Orientalism and the visual documentation of cultural heritage.

Description of the work:

David Roberts' painting "The Fortress of the Alhambra, Granada" captures the architectural grandeur of the Alhambra with meticulous attention to detail, showcasing its intricate Islamic motifs and the interplay of light and shadow across its surfaces. The composition is characterized by a panoramic view that emphasizes the fortress's imposing structure against a backdrop of the Sierra Nevada mountains, rendered in a palette that highlights the warm tones of the stone and the lush greenery surrounding the site.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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