Artwork
A View from Keserwan
A View from Keserwan is an oil painting by Moustafa Farroukh. It dates from 1939 and is held in the collection of the Sursock Museum.
About this work
Overview
A View from Keserwan is a painting on plywood created by Moustafa Farroukh around 1939. It is part of the Sursock Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene village scene nestled among mountains, featuring homes, trees, and a winding road. The warm color palette blends the village into the surrounding landscape, evoking a sense of tranquility.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of color and composition creates depth, while the choice of plywood as the medium adds a unique texture to the work. The scene is characterized by a mix of Mediterranean cypress and stone pine trees alongside homes set against mountainous terrain.
Artist & collection
Artist
Moustafa Farroukh (Arabic: مصطفى فروخ; 1901 – 1957) was one of Lebanon's most prominent painters of the 20th century.
