This oil painting cardboard, titled "Overlooking the fortress", the composition leads the viewer’s gaze along a winding path towards the fortress, nestled between rolling green hills. The dark, imposing walls of the stronghold contrast sharply against the golden hues of a distant town, suggesting a rich historical past. In the foreground, a winding dirt path cuts through the grassy hills, guiding the viewer toward the fortress entrance. The middle ground is dominated by the fortress, its dark stone walls standing as a silent guardian over the surrounding landscape. The towers, topped with pointed spires, feature warm orange highlights, suggesting the reflection of sunlight or glowing lanterns within. The background showcases a vast landscape bathed in soft golden light, creating a stark contrast between the dark fortress and the illuminated town beyond. The sky is filled with swirling gray and lavender tones, suggesting a stormy or overcast day, adding an element of tension and mystery. The composition is well-balanced, with the fortress serving as the focal point, framed by hills and sky, giving the painting a dynamic yet structured perspective. The fortress walls are built with thick, angular strokes, giving them a sense of solidity and weight. The towers, with their sharp spires and glowing orange highlights, are depicted with a balance of structured and expressive strokes, emphasizing their architectural significance. The sky is painted with swirling, layered strokes, adding movement and an almost cinematic effect. The stormy sky adds an element of tension, as if nature itself is watching over the fortress, reinforcing its timeless and enduring presence. The path leading toward the stronghold invites the viewer to imagine stepping into the past, experiencing the grandeur and isolation of medieval architecture. This painting evokes curiosity and wonder, making the viewer feel as though they are standing on the edge of history, overlooking a place filled with untold stories. The artist’s signature is subtly placed in the lower right corner, blending seamlessly with the earthy tones of the foreground. The painting follows a semi-impressionistic style, focusing on dramatic lighting, texture, and emotion rather than fine details. The expressive impasto brushwork, deep shadows, and contrast between warm and cool tones make this painting a striking and memorable landscape. 3778