David Roberts – Assortment of Color Lithographs – London, 1842-1845 – Jerusalem and the Holy Land

Twenty-five color lithographs after paintings by David Roberts. [London, ca. 1842-1845; some lithographs dated in the plate 1839-41; some are titled, with print details]. Duplicate copies.

Lithographs that were part of the monumental work "The Holy Land…" by David Roberts: Views of Jerusalem from different angles; the Tower of David; the Kidron Valley; landscapes and townscapes from all over the Holy Land; and more.

David Roberts (1796-1864), regarded as the foremost trailblazer among 19th-century artist-travelers who journeyed to the Near East in an attempt to acquaint the European public with its landscapes. Roberts produced quick sketches "in situ" (or in his words, "on the spot"), in watercolor, which he later converted into handsome, readily presentable lithographs.

25 printed plates, most in duplicate copies of two or more. Approx. 48X32. Overall good condition. Stains. Blemishes. Minor tears to several plates.