View of the Mount of Olives, from Malerische Ansichten aus dem Orient, gessamelt auf der Reise Sr. Hoheit des Herrn Herzogs Maximilian in Bayern nach Nubien, Aegypten, Palaestina, Syrien und Malta (Picturesque views from the Orient, assembled on the journey of his Serene Highness, the Duke Maximilian in Bavaria, to Nubia, Egypt, Palestine, Syria and Malta) 1839

Heinrich von Mayr’s 1839 lithograph “View of the Mount of Olives” is a detailed depiction of the iconic site in Jerusalem. The print, part of a series documenting Duke Maximilian of Bavaria’s travels, showcases the mountain's landscape with a focus on its prominent structures. The ornate decorative frame, characteristic of 19th-century prints, enhances the work’s historical and artistic significance. This detailed yet stylized portrayal offers a glimpse into both the artistic sensibilities of the time and the grandeur of a site held sacred by multiple religions.