I'm going to lock this thread as it has derailed not into any thoughtful insights into fantasy art, book covers or people voicing their opinions on the art in any constructive manner, but bickering for the sake of bickering. 

There were some very helpful resources shared earlier on in the thread, about who the artist is (Philipp Urlich)(his portfolio, filled with many beautiful landscapes)), an interview with this artist, and discussions of previous cover arts, the styles and some comments on how a cover piece is directed. People shared what they did or didn't like about the piece. I'd urge folk to go back and look over those resources.