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Ancient Stone Arched Doorway - shown to scale
Shaher Jarmi

Ancient Stone Arched Doorway, 1993

Estimated price$700 – $1,300

Water Color on Paper

15 × 10 cm | 5.9 × 3.9 in

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About the work

A weathered stone doorway framed by classical columns and a pointed Gothic arch commands the composition, its aged surfaces rendered in muted greys and warm earthy tones. The loose, fluid watercolor technique lends the scene a quiet, contemplative atmosphere reminiscent of ancient heritage architecture.

Shaher Jarmi (Jordan).

Water Color on Paper, 10 × 15 cm, 1993.

Part of the permanent collection of the Hindiyeh Museum of Arts, Jordan. One of a kind.

Medium
Size
15 × 10 cm | 5.9 × 3.9 in
Year
1993
Rarity
Unique
Certificate of authenticity
Included
Genre
Impressionism & Post-Impressionism
Colours
Brown, Grey, Blue
Location
Amman, Jordan

About the artist

Shaher Jarmi — Watercolour on paper , 13 × 8 cm (representative image)
Shaher Jarmi

Jordan

Shaher Jarmi is a contemporary Jordanian artist recognized for his contributions to the visual arts scene in Jordan and the broader Middle East. Working primarily in painting, Jarmi’s style is characterized by expressive brushwork and a vibrant color palette, often reflecting themes rooted in Jordanian culture and heritage. His works frequently explore the interplay between abstraction and figuration, creating compositions that resonate with both local and universal narratives.

Jarmi has exhibited his art in several notable institutions within Jordan, including the Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts, where his works have been featured in group exhibitions highlighting prominent Jordanian artists. His participation in these exhibitions has positioned him as a significant figure in the country’s contemporary art movement. While his works are well-regarded in institutional settings, there is no public record of sales at major international auction houses such as Christie’s, Sotheby’s, or Bonhams as of the latest available data. Shaher Jarmi continues to live and work in Jordan, contributing to the development of the national art scene through both his artistic practice and engagement with local cultural initiatives.

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Watercolor

Pigment suspended in water and applied in translucent washes, valued for its luminosity, spontaneity, and light touch. A traditional medium well suited to landscape, architecture, and the shifting light of the region.
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