Gezicht op Sichem 1829 - 1880

"Gezicht op Sichem" is an 1829-1880 engraving of a panoramic landscape view of the city of Sichem, now known as Nablus, in the Palestinian Territories. Created by an anonymous artist and housed in the Rijksmuseum, this artwork depicts a picturesque view of a town nestled amongst hills and palm trees. The meticulous details of the landscape, including the winding road, the architectural structures, and the individuals traversing the path, add to the realistic depiction of the scene. The print exemplifies the popular genre of topographical art, which aimed to document and showcase the beauty of various locations through detailed engravings.