Who painted Shechem Remains of Apse of Church over Jacobs Well?

Shechem Remains of Apse of Church over Jacobs Well was painted by John Fulleylove in 1901.

Where can I see Shechem Remains of Apse of Church over Jacobs Well?

Shechem Remains of Apse of Church over Jacobs Well is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

Artwork

Shechem Remains of Apse of Church over Jacobs Well

John Fulleylove , 1901

Shechem Remains of Apse of Church over Jacobs Well is a drawing by John Fulleylove. It dates from 1901 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

This sketch shows a rough, uneven landscape with crumbling stone walls and a tall, broken tower.

This sketch shows a rough, uneven landscape with crumbling stone walls and a tall, broken tower. The ground is patchy with grass and rocks, and a small body of water sits near the center. The lines are quick and shaky, like the artist was drawing fast or on the move.

The tower looks like it’s part of an old church, maybe fallen apart over time. The notes on the paper say it’s from 1901, drawn by someone named Fulleylove.

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Overview

This 1901 drawing by John Fulleylove captures the remnants of a fourth-century church's apse over Jacob’s Well in Shechem (now Nablus), characterized by a rough, uneven landscape with crumbling stone structures, patchy terrain, and a small body of water.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is the archaeological site of a historic church, conveying a sense of decay and the passage of time. The depiction of the apse and tower, despite their state of disrepair, underscores the enduring presence of the structure within the landscape.

Technique & Style

Executed with quick, shaky lines, the drawing suggests a possibly rapid or on-location creation. The artist's use of expressive, uneven strokes imbues the work with a sense of immediacy and observational authenticity.

History & Provenance

Created in 1901, the drawing was later published in *The Holy Land Painted by John Fulleylove* (1902) and exhibited at The Fine Art Society. Acquired from a dealer on Portobello Road around 1967, it is part of a catalogued group of related sketches.