Le Capitole

Hubert Robert, probablement vers 1754/1765

The image shows a pencil sketch of a bridge or elevated walkway leading to a scene with classical architecture and sculptures. The view is of structures and statues rising against the horizon. The sketch features fine pencil lines detailing the architecture, statues, and arches. The color palette is grayscale. A balustrade leads the eye into the composition, while distant structures are faintly sketched, suggesting a historical cityscape.
Artiste
Hubert Robert
Datation
probablement vers 1754/1765
Catégorie
Dessin
Technique
Graphite sur papier vergé
Dimensions
Overall (approximate): 11,1 × 11,2 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

The image shows a pencil sketch of a bridge or elevated walkway leading to a scene with classical architecture and sculptures. The view is of structures and statues rising against the horizon. The sketch features fine pencil lines detailing the architecture, statues, and arches. The color palette is grayscale. A balustrade leads the eye into the composition, while distant structures are faintly sketched, suggesting a historical cityscape.

Hubert Robert