F W Holland Collection

Panorama of Jerusalem, c1870. Artist: W Dickens
Panorama of Jerusalem, c1870. View of Jerusalem in what is now Israel. Illustration from Sinai and Jerusalem; or Scenes from the Bible Lands by the Rev FW Holland, (London, c1870)

The Well of En-Rogel, Jerusalem, c1870. Artist: W Dickens
The Well of En-Rogel, Jerusalem, c1870. View of a site in what is now Israel. Illustration from Sinai and Jerusalem; or Scenes from the Bible Lands by the Rev FW Holland, (London, c1870)

The Valley and Lower Pool of Gihon, Jerusalem, c1870. Artist: W Dickens
The Valley and Lower Pool of Gihon, Jerusalem, c1870. View in what is now Israel. Illustration from Sinai and Jerusalem; or Scenes from the Bible Lands by the Rev FW Holland, (London, c1870)

The Dead Sea, c1870. Artist: W Dickens
The Dead Sea, c1870. Illustration from Sinai and Jerusalem; or Scenes from the Bible Lands by the Rev FW Holland, (London, c1870)

Shiloh, c1870. Artist: W Dickens
Shiloh, c1870. View of a town in what is now Israel. Illustration from Sinai and Jerusalem; or Scenes from the Bible Lands by the Rev FW Holland, (London, c1870)

Bethel, c1870. Artist: W Dickens
Bethel, c1870. View of a town in what is now Israel. Illustration from Sinai and Jerusalem; or Scenes from the Bible Lands by the Rev FW Holland, (London, c1870)

Hebron, c1870. Artist: W Dickens
Hebron, c1870. View of a town in the West Bank. Illustration from Sinai and Jerusalem; or Scenes from the Bible Lands by the Rev FW Holland, (London, c1870)

Mount Sinai, Egypt, c1870. Artist: W Dickens
Mount Sinai, Egypt, c1870. Mount Sinai, also known as Mount Horeb. Illustration from Sinai and Jerusalem; or Scenes from the Bible Lands by the Rev FW Holland, (London, c1870)

The Desert of Sinai, Egypt, c1870. Artist: W Dickens
The Desert of Sinai, Egypt, c1870. Illustration from Sinai and Jerusalem; or Scenes from the Bible Lands by the Rev FW Holland, (London, c1870)

Egyptian temple by the River Nile, Egypt, c1870. Artist: W Dickens
Egyptian temple by the River Nile, Egypt, c1870. Illustration from Sinai and Jerusalem; or Scenes from the Bible Lands by the Rev FW Holland, (London, c1870)

Brick Pyramids of Dashur, Egypt, c1870. Artist: W Dickens
Brick Pyramids of Dashur, Egypt, c1870. Illustration from Sinai and Jerusalem; or Scenes from the Bible Lands by the Rev FW Holland, (London, c1870)

Obelisk at Heliopolis, Egypt, c1870. Artist: W Dickens
Obelisk at Heliopolis, Egypt, c1870. Illustration from Sinai and Jerusalem; or Scenes from the Bible Lands by the Rev FW Holland, (London, c1870)

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"F. W. Holland: Capturing the Essence of Ancient Lands" Step into a world frozen in time as we explore the breathtaking works of artist W. Dickens, under the pseudonym F. W. Holland. With his keen eye for detail and masterful brushstrokes, Holland takes us on a journey through some of the most iconic landscapes and landmarks of the late 19th century. In "Panorama of Jerusalem, " c1870, Holland transports us to the holy city, capturing its timeless beauty with intricate precision. The bustling streets and ancient architecture come alive before our eyes, immersing us in its rich history. "The Well of En-Rogel" beckons us next, offering a glimpse into an oasis amidst Jerusalem's arid landscape. As we admire every stroke that brings this scene to life, we can almost hear whispers from centuries past echoing through this sacred space. Holland then leads us to "The Valley and Lower Pool of Gihon. " Here, he skillfully captures nature's serenity as sunlight dances upon tranquil waters nestled within Jerusalem's embrace, and is a moment frozen in time that evokes both peace and awe. Our journey continues towards "The Dead Sea, " where Holland portrays its ethereal beauty against an otherworldly backdrop. The shimmering salt crystals glisten like diamonds under his careful hand, inviting us to immerse ourselves in this mystical wonderland. Shifting gears slightly, we find ourselves transported to biblical sites such as "Shiloh" and "Bethel. " Through these paintings by Holland's deft hand, these ancient ruins are resurrected once more - testaments to their former glory now immortalized on canvas. As our adventure unfolds further eastward towards Egypt's majestic lands, Mount Sinai rises majestically before our eyes in all its grandeur. In awe-inspiring detail captured by Holland’s brushstrokes in “Mount Sinai, ” it feels as if we are standing at the very foot of this sacred mountain.