
The Fishpond at Villa Madama
Vien, Joseph-Marie · French
1746/1749
- Medium
- black chalk on laid paper
- Classification
- Drawing
- Period
- 1726 to 1750
- Image size
- 4666 × 3471px
Description
The image depicts a terraced structure with a row of arches on the left side. The top of the stone structure is adorned with small decorative sculptures. The drawing shows detailed textures, including leafy trees and stone surfaces, created through fine pencil strokes. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of grey. The trees appear to recede into the distance, while the stone steps and walls closer to us provide a sturdy appearance.
Rights & Source
Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).