L’Obélisque de la place Saint-Pierre

Hubert Robert, 1754/1765

The image depicts an obelisk in center surrounded by structures reminiscent of classical architecture, including columns and a domed roof. There are rough outlines of pathways or structures. Two figures are sketched at the top, and there are softly rendered lines in the horizon, possibly representing distant rooftops or trees. The sketch is done with delicate pencil strokes on off-white paper, creating a monochromatic palette.
Artiste
Hubert Robert
Datation
1754/1765
Catégorie
Dessin
Technique
Graphite sur papier vergé
Dimensions
12,4 × 8,9 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

The image depicts an obelisk in center surrounded by structures reminiscent of classical architecture, including columns and a domed roof. There are rough outlines of pathways or structures. Two figures are sketched at the top, and there are softly rendered lines in the horizon, possibly representing distant rooftops or trees. The sketch is done with delicate pencil strokes on off-white paper, creating a monochromatic palette.

Hubert Robert