Torre antigua a las afueras de Roma

Claude Lorrain, hacia 1630/1635

This image features a cylindrical tower rising above lush foliage. The tower is slightly to the right of center, surrounded by soft, blurred lines that suggest vegetation. There is no clearly defined horizon, as the landscape's contours blend into the background. The artwork is executed in a monochromatic palette dominated by reddish-brown tones. The strokes are loose and gestural, creating a sense of movement in the trees. The elements merge into one another to create a harmonious composition.
Artista
Claude Lorrain
Fecha
hacia 1630/1635
Tipo
Dibujo
Técnica
Sanguina sobre papel verjurado
Medidas
9,5 × 12,9 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

This image features a cylindrical tower rising above lush foliage. The tower is slightly to the right of center, surrounded by soft, blurred lines that suggest vegetation. There is no clearly defined horizon, as the landscape's contours blend into the background. The artwork is executed in a monochromatic palette dominated by reddish-brown tones. The strokes are loose and gestural, creating a sense of movement in the trees. The elements merge into one another to create a harmonious composition.

Claude Lorrain