The city walls of Old Bukhara 1967

This artwork, “The City Walls of Old Bukhara,” is a 1967 painting by Mariam Aslamazian. Aslamazian, known for her landscapes, captures the weathered beauty of Bukhara's ancient city walls. The painting's muted palette of grays, greens, and browns contributes to the sense of timelessness and the historical weight of the scene. The lone, skeletal tree in the foreground underscores the passage of time and the enduring presence of nature. The artist's expressive brushstrokes, combined with the composition's emphasis on the walls' imposing structure, convey the strength and resilience of the city.