Nel Colosseo
Reinhart, Johann Christian · German
1793
- Medium
- etching on laid paper
- Classification
- Portfolio
- Period
- 1751 to 1775
- Image size
- 4601 × 3639px
Description
The image shows ancient ruins in a lush, vegetated landscape. Stone columns and arches are arranged in a semi-circle towards the right. Two figures converse near a large stone slab in the foreground. Other architectural remnants are visible behind them. The scene is captured in detailed black and white engraving, showcasing textures in the stone and foliage.
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).