Description
Jerusalem – The Golden Stream of Prayers Abstract painting is available as a reproduction on canvas and metal in 2 options: limited and open edition.
– Limited edition on canvas comes hand embellished, framed, numbered and signed by Alex Levin. This edition is limited to only 25 signed prints that ever will be published. This makes it more unique and collectable. Once that specific print run sells out, there will be no other editions of that image made by the artist.
– Open edition available on canvas or metal. Canvas comes fully framed and has a traditional, classic look. Metal edition made from high-quality aluminum. It has a modern and contemporary look. Reflects light and enhances the colors in the artwork.
Both the limited and open editions are ready-to-hang wall art. The canvas reproduction arrives beautifully stretched and elegantly framed to add a touch of sophistication to your space, ready for hanging on your wall.
Each reproduction is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity, ensuring that you receive an original and authentic piece of art.
Please see more information regarding the limited and open edition reproductions HERE
Contact me about This Painting
When I painted this piece, I wanted to convey something far greater than just an image of the Western Wall. For me, Jerusalem is not merely a place; it is a feeling, an emotion that cannot be put into words. Here, light and shadows intertwine, eternal joy and sorrow coexist, and history merges with timelessness.
As I looked at the canvas, I envisioned a golden light cascading from above, flowing like an endless stream. This light is not just color or texture; it symbolizes faith, a force that lives within everyone who comes here to pray. I tried to portray it as dynamic, flowing downward from the heavens and filling the space near the Wall, penetrating the hearts of those who gather here.
The praying figures, painted in muted tones, appear almost ghostly. Their faces are undefined because, at the Wall, every person dissolves into their thoughts, prayers, and tears. I have seen people touch the stones, close their eyes, and embark on a journey within themselves. It is a moment when all that is unnecessary fades, leaving only the individual and the Divine.
Jerusalem has always been a city of contrasts. Ancient stones whisper stories of thousands of years, yet every step here feels like something new. This city is a living entity, where each generation leaves its mark. I aimed to capture this sense of eternity and renewal through the interplay of gold and gray. The gold represents light, spirituality, and divine promise, while the gray symbolizes memory, human shadows, and the stories that never fade.
Painting this piece felt like a prayer. Every brushstroke was filled with thoughts about this place, its significance, and the people who find solace here. I know that Jerusalem speaks to each heart differently. For some, it is a city of hope; for others, a city of trials. Yet, for everyone, it remains holy.
Now, when I look at this work, I feel the golden stream still flowing. It does not stop at the edges of the canvas but extends beyond, filling the space around it. I wanted anyone who sees this painting to feel that light and ask themselves: What mark does Jerusalem leave on my heart?
Jerusalem is not just a city. It is a prayer that never ends.
