Tower of David, Jerusalem

At the western edge of the Old City, near the Jaffa Gate, the Tower of David stands above the walls. It is within walking distance of the Christian Quarter and Church of the Holy Sepulcher, where tradition holds Jesus was buried. More than 2,000 years of history are recorded in this one building. It was the site of King Herod’s palace, described as having been enormous, adorned with gold and silver, and using running water. Recent discoveries by Israeli archeologist hint that it was here that Pontius Pilate, the luxury-loving Roman prefect, was likely to have tried and sentenced Jesus from here. This unique, limited-edition painting shows the Tower at the edge of the Old City, allowing the viewer to contemplate its centuries of rich history.