Artwork
A View of Deir Al-Qamar from Baaqline
A View of Deir Al-Qamar from Baaqline is a watercolor painting by Moustafa Farroukh. It dates from 1936 and is held in the collection of the Sursock Museum.
About this work
Overview
A View of Deir Al-Qamar from Baaqline is a watercolor painting created by Moustafa Farroukh in 1936. It is part of the Sursock Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene landscape featuring a winding road, Cupressus sempervirens and Olea europaea trees, and the town of Deir Al-Qamar in the distance. The scene captures the natural beauty of a hilly area.
Technique & Style
Farroukh's use of watercolor paint gives the painting a soft, dreamy quality. The intricate details of the trees and road add depth to the scene, showcasing the artist's skill with the medium.
History & Provenance
Moustafa Farroukh, a prolific 20th-century Lebanese painter with over 2,000 works to his name, created this painting in 1936. It is now held in the Sursock Museum's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Moustafa Farroukh (Arabic: مصطفى فروخ; 1901 – 1957) was one of Lebanon's most prominent painters of the 20th century.
