Painting Series
Silhouettes in the Sky
The Walls of Roma by Paul Jacob Bashour
Silhouettes in the Sky is part of Paul Jacob Bashour’s The Walls of Roma painting series—an abstract interpretation of the city’s timeworn surfaces and poetic atmosphere. This piece evokes the quiet contrast between shadow and light cast across ancient walls, capturing a fleeting moment where form dissolves into feeling.
Built with layered acrylic and plaster, the textured surface echoes the weathered facades of Roma. Framed in black wood, the work is grounded in elegance while retaining a raw, expressive quality.
This painting is both a memory and a meditation—born from the artist’s visual and emotional response to the Eternal City.
Details
Title: Silhouettes in the Sky
Artist: Paul Jacob Bashour
Year: 2025
Medium: Acrylic, plaster on canvas
Frame: Black wood
Dimensions: 23 x 33 x 1.5 in (58 x 84 x 3.5 cm)
Series: The Walls of Roma
Price: $3,800.00
Certificate of Authenticity: Included
Shipping: Ships worldwide. Please allow 2–3 weeks for processing and delivery.
Never Surrender
Never Surrender is one of eleven original paintings in Paul Jacob Bashour’s The Walls of Roma series, each work directly inspired by the photographs Paul Jacob captured while exploring the textures and tones of Roma’s historic walls.
Layered with acrylic and plaster, the painting echoes the strength and resilience found in the surfaces of the Eternal City—walls that have stood through centuries of time, conflict, and renewal. Framed in black wood, the piece carries a bold, defiant presence, grounded in texture and meaning.
Now on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, a Tuscan-inspired dining destination in Los Angeles where guests can experience art, cuisine, and live piano in harmony.
Additional Info
Title: Never Surrender
Artist: Paul Jacob Bashour
Year: 2025
Medium: Acrylic, plaster on canvas
Frame: Black wood
Dimensions: 23 in x 33 in x 1.5 in (58 cm x 84 cm x 3.5 cm)
Price: $3,800.00
Collection: The Walls of Roma
Inspiration: Based on original photography by Paul Jacob Bashour taken in Roma
Certificate of Authenticity: Included
Shipping: Worldwide shipping available. Please inquire
Exhibition: Currently on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, 8265 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Transcending is one of eleven original paintings in Paul Jacob Bashour’s The Walls of Roma series, each piece drawn from the photographs Paul Jacob captured while exploring the weathered surfaces of Roma’s ancient walls.
This work reflects the quiet strength and layered beauty that rises from erosion, age, and time. Built with acrylic and plaster, the painting evokes the feeling of lifting above the physical—where worn textures become symbols of transformation. Framed in black wood, Transcending offers a meditative presence, rich with silence and memory.
Now on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, a Tuscan-inspired restaurant in Los Angeles, where guests can experience the work in an environment that pairs timeless cuisine with live piano and warm ambiance.
Additional Info
Title: Transcending
Artist: Paul Jacob Bashour
Year: 2025
Medium: Acrylic, plaster on canvas
Frame: Black wood
Dimensions: 23 in x 33 in x 1.5 in (58 cm x 84 cm x 3.5 cm)
Price: $3,800.00
Collection: The Walls of Roma
Inspiration: Based on original photography by Paul Jacob Bashour taken in Roma
Certificate of Authenticity: Included
Shipping: Worldwide shipping available. Please inquire
Exhibition: Currently on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, 8265 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
White Blossom
White Blossom is one of eleven original paintings in Paul Jacob Bashour’s The Walls of Roma series, each inspired by the photographs Paul Jacob took while exploring the intricate textures and subtle hues of Roma’s historic walls.
This piece evokes the delicate contrast of light and shadow, with layered acrylic and plaster that mimic the soft yet enduring beauty of the city’s aged surfaces. Framed in black wood, White Blossom offers a quiet celebration of renewal and grace within the ancient.
Now on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, where art and Tuscan flavors meet in an elegant Los Angeles setting, complete with live piano and warm ambiance.
Additional Info
Title: White Blossom
Artist: Paul Jacob Bashour
Year: 2025
Medium: Acrylic, plaster on canvas
Frame: Black wood
Dimensions: 23 in x 33 in x 1.5 in (58 cm x 84 cm x 3.5 cm)
Price: $3,800.00
Collection: The Walls of Roma
Inspiration: Based on original photography by Paul Jacob Bashour taken in Roma
Certificate of Authenticity: Included
Shipping: Worldwide shipping available. Please inquire
Exhibition: Currently on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, 8265 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The Fall of the Rebel Angels is one of eleven original paintings in Paul Jacob Bashour’s The Walls of Roma series, each created from photographs Paul Jacob captured while exploring the layered history and textures of Roma’s walls.
Layered acrylic and plaster evoke the drama of contrast and decay—reflecting a timeless struggle between light and shadow, order and chaos. Framed in black wood, this piece invites contemplation on resilience amid transformation.
Now on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, a refined Los Angeles dining venue where Tuscan-inspired cuisine and live piano provide an immersive cultural experience alongside the artwork.
Additional Info
Title: The Fall of the Rebel Angels
Artist: Paul Jacob Bashour
Year: 2025
Medium: Acrylic, plaster on canvas
Frame: Black wood
Dimensions: 23 in x 33 in x 1.5 in (58 cm x 84 cm x 3.5 cm)
Price: $3,800.00
Collection: The Walls of Roma
Inspiration: Based on original photography by Paul Jacob Bashour taken in Roma
Certificate of Authenticity: Included
Shipping: Worldwide shipping available. Please inquire
Exhibition: Currently on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, 8265 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The Knowledge of Perception is one of eleven original paintings in Paul Jacob Bashour’s The Walls of Roma series, each piece drawn from photographs Paul Jacob captured while exploring the textured and timeworn surfaces of Roma’s historic walls.
This work delves into the layered complexity of observation—where fragmented textures and subtle tones invite viewers to see beyond the surface. The acrylic and plaster layers give depth and tactility, while the black wood frame grounds the composition in elegant simplicity.
Now on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, a Los Angeles dining destination where Tuscan culinary traditions and live piano performances enrich the experience of art.
Additional Info
Title: The Knowledge of Perception
Artist: Paul Jacob Bashour
Year: 2025
Medium: Acrylic, plaster on canvas
Frame: Black wood
Dimensions: 23 in x 33 in x 1.5 in (58 cm x 84 cm x 3.5 cm)
Price: $3,800.00
Collection: The Walls of Roma
Inspiration: Based on original photography by Paul Jacob Bashour taken in Roma
Certificate of Authenticity: Included
Shipping: Worldwide shipping available. Please inquire
Exhibition: Currently on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, 8265 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Pierced by the Flame is one of eleven original paintings in Paul Jacob Bashour’s The Walls of Roma series, each inspired by photographs Paul Jacob captured while exploring the textured, historic walls of Roma.
This painting channels the intense energy and transformation suggested by fire—layered acrylic and plaster give the piece depth and a dynamic, tactile quality. The black wood frame provides a grounding contrast, framing a work that speaks to endurance and renewal amid change.
Now on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, a Tuscan-inspired venue in Los Angeles where art and cuisine combine to create a rich cultural experience.
Additional Info
Title: Pierced by the Flame
Artist: Paul Jacob Bashour
Year: 2025
Medium: Acrylic, plaster on canvas
Frame: Black wood
Dimensions: 23 in x 33 in x 1.5 in (58 cm x 84 cm x 3.5 cm)
Price: $3,800.00
Collection: The Walls of Roma
Inspiration: Based on original photography by Paul Jacob Bashour taken in Roma
Certificate of Authenticity: Included
Shipping: Worldwide shipping available. Please inquire
Exhibition: Currently on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, 8265 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Equanimity is one of eleven original paintings in Paul Jacob Bashour’s The Walls of Roma series, each inspired by photographs Paul Jacob captured while exploring the textured and timeworn walls of Roma.
This painting embodies a calm balance—layered acrylic and plaster create a textured surface that reflects both the resilience and quiet grace of Roma’s historic facades. Framed in black wood, Equanimity invites contemplation and a sense of inner peace.
Now on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, a distinguished Los Angeles venue blending Tuscan flavors, live piano, and immersive art experiences.
Additional Info
Title: Equanimity
Artist: Paul Jacob Bashour
Year: 2025
Medium: Acrylic, plaster on canvas
Frame: Black wood
Dimensions: 23 in x 33 in x 1.5 in (58 cm x 84 cm x 3.5 cm)
Price: $3,800.00
Collection: The Walls of Roma
Inspiration: Based on original photography by Paul Jacob Bashour taken in Roma
Certificate of Authenticity: Included
Shipping: Worldwide shipping available. Please inquire
Exhibition: Currently on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, 8265 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The Madonna
The Madonna is one of eleven original paintings in Paul Jacob Bashour’s The Walls of Roma series, each work drawn from photographs Paul Jacob captured while walking the aged, storied streets of Roma.
This piece reflects a quiet reverence, inspired by the sacred iconography often found tucked into the corners and crevices of the city’s worn facades. With layered acrylic and plaster, the painting offers a textured meditation on devotion, memory, and the silent guardians of Roma. Framed in black wood, it honors both tradition and abstraction.
Now on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, a Tuscan-style restaurant in Los Angeles that unites food, art, and live piano beneath olive trees and warm lighting.
Additional Info
Title: The Madonna
Artist: Paul Jacob Bashour
Year: 2025
Medium: Acrylic, plaster on canvas
Frame: Black wood
Dimensions: 23 in x 33 in x 1.5 in (58 cm x 84 cm x 3.5 cm)
Price: $3,800.00
Collection: The Walls of Roma
Inspiration: Based on original photography by Paul Jacob Bashour taken in Roma
Certificate of Authenticity: Included
Shipping: Worldwide shipping available. Please inquire
Exhibition: Currently on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, 8265 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The Prestige
The Prestige is one of eleven original paintings in Paul Jacob Bashour’s The Walls of Roma series, each work rooted in the photographs Paul Jacob captured while immersed in the textures and stories of Roma’s historic architecture.
This piece conveys a sense of quiet grandeur—where weathered surfaces carry the dignity of centuries past. Layered with acrylic and plaster, The Prestige captures the balance between elegance and erosion, permanence and change. Framed in black wood, the work exudes a sense of restrained power and presence.
Now on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, a Tuscan-inspired space in Los Angeles where guests can enjoy fine art, rustic Italian cuisine, and live piano beneath the ambiance of olive trees and golden light.
Additional Info
Title: The Prestige
Artist: Paul Jacob Bashour
Year: 2025
Medium: Acrylic, plaster on canvas
Frame: Black wood
Dimensions: 23 in x 33 in x 1.5 in (58 cm x 84 cm x 3.5 cm)
Price: $3,800.00
Collection: The Walls of Roma
Inspiration: Based on original photography by Paul Jacob Bashour taken in Roma
Certificate of Authenticity: Included
Shipping: Worldwide shipping available. Please inquire
Exhibition: Currently on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, 8265 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The One
The One is the eleventh and final painting in Paul Jacob Bashour’s The Walls of Roma series—each work born from Paul Jacob’s photographic exploration of Roma’s ancient walls, where beauty resides in decay and stillness reveals spirit.
This piece carries a distilled energy—focused, centered, and unwavering. Through layers of acrylic and plaster, The One becomes a visual meditation on presence and clarity. Framed in black wood, it stands as a quiet but commanding moment within the collection.
Now on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, a Tuscan-inspired restaurant in Los Angeles where fine art, traditional cuisine, and live music come together in an intimate setting.
Additional Info
Title: The One
Artist: Paul Jacob Bashour
Year: 2025
Medium: Acrylic, plaster on canvas
Frame: Black wood
Dimensions: 23 in x 33 in x 1.5 in (58 cm x 84 cm x 3.5 cm)
Price: $3,800.00
Collection: The Walls of Roma
Inspiration: Based on original photography by Paul Jacob Bashour taken in Roma
Certificate of Authenticity: Included
Shipping: Worldwide shipping available. Please inquire
Exhibition: Currently on display at Florence Osteria & Piano Bar, 8265 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
About the Project
The Walls of Roma
Photographs and Paintings by Paul Jacob Bashour
A study in texture, memory, and time.
It began with a walk through Roma. While exploring the Eternal City, Paul Jacob was drawn not only to its iconic monuments and architecture but also to the quiet poetry of peeling surfaces, faded frescoes, fractured stone, and weathered facades that told their own stories. These overlooked details held a stillness and a beauty shaped by time that asked to be remembered.
As a visual artist drawn to texture, depth, and the layered language of abstraction, Paul Jacob had come to Italy to travel and study the great masters of the centuries. Yet it was the worn architecture itself that captured his imagination, revealing stories waiting to be discovered within the walls of
Roma.
Fascinated by these silent narratives such as stained plaster, fractured stone, and peeling layers of history, he began photographing them as one might sketch, finding visions of art in their quiet de-cay. This was a way to observe, preserve, and understand.
The photographs soon became a collection unto themselves, poetic fragments of a city in quiet transformation. But the story did not end there.
Back in his Los Angeles studio, Paul Jacob returned to these images not as documentation but as inspiration. From them emerged a new body of paintings, abstract and textured works that reimagine Roma's architectural decay through the language of paint, plaster, and gesture. Elevating erosion into elegance and memory into art, The Walls of Roma is both a photographic archive and a painter's meditation, a dialogue between two mediums rooted in place, time, and transformation.
This collection features a series of original paintings alongside more than 200 photographs exploring the material memory of Roma. Each work invites viewers to see the Eternal City through a new lens, one that finds beauty and meaning in what remains.
Learn more about Paul Jacob Bashour, the artist of The Walls of Roma. Visit his official website for insights into his abstract artistic vision, background, and portfolio.