Mosque of Suleymania 1838
johnfredericklewis
photography, architecture
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architectural sketch
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landscape illustration sketch
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amateur sketch
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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incomplete sketchy
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holy-places
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photography
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sketch
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pen-ink sketch
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arch
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
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architecture
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environment sketch
John Frederick Lewis's 1838 lithograph, *Mosque of Suleymania*, depicts the grand mosque in Istanbul, Turkey. This detailed drawing showcases the mosque's architectural splendor, capturing the intricate details of its minarets and domes. The surrounding landscape, filled with trees and figures, provides a sense of life and activity, offering a glimpse into daily life in 19th-century Istanbul. The artwork exemplifies Lewis's meticulous style and his fascination with Eastern cultures, a theme prevalent in many of his works.
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