Ramla, Ancient Arimathea

David Roberts, R.A. (Edinburgh 1796-1864 London) Ramla, Ancient Arimathea signed and dated 'David Roberts 1839' (lower left) and inscribed 'ancient monument of the Knights/ of St John of Jerusalem./ Hills of Judea in the background/ ancient mosque in Ruins/ 210.' (upper edge) pencil and watercolour heightened with white 9 ½ x 13 3/8 in. (24.1 x 34 cm.)