L’obelisco di piazza San Pietro
Hubert Robert, 1754/1765
- Artista
- Hubert Robert
- Datazione
- 1754/1765
- Tipologia
- Disegno
- Tecnica
- Grafite su carta vergata
- Dimensioni
- 12,4 × 8,9 cm
- Collezione
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licenza
- Pubblico dominio, CC0
Descrizione dell’immagine
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.