This expressive abstract painting depicts a vision of Jerusalem, with the golden Dome of the Rock and surrounding Islamic architecture standing at the center. Bold, swirling colors and layered textures evoke the city’s deep spirituality, complexity, and rich history. The piece captures both beauty and tension, portraying Jerusalem as a mosaic of emotion and identity.
Features
Color abstraction technique: The palette knife application creates dynamic textures, conveying motion and emotional intensity.
Architectural symbolism: Despite the chaos of color, key landmarks remain recognizable, offering a sense of rootedness.
Bold color contrasts: The interplay of warm and cool tones reflects the city’s paradoxes—peace and conflict, history and modernity.