Fountain in a Courtyard

Französische Grafik 1762–1775, uiterlijk 1768

The image portrays an architectural ruin with a view of vertical elements such as a classical column and an arch. A statue is visible in a niche on the left. The brushstrokes are detailed, capturing the intricacies of the column and flowing water from a fountain. The color palette includes earthy browns, grays, subtle greens, and pale blue-gray. Water in the fountain is depicted with whites and blues. The scene conveys textures of aged stone and flowing water.
Kunstenaar
Französische Grafik 1762–1775
Datering
uiterlijk 1768
Soort
Tekening
Techniek
pen and gray ink and watercolor over graphite on laid paper; graphite and brown ink sketches on verso
Afmetingen
24,5 × 17,1 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The image portrays an architectural ruin with a view of vertical elements such as a classical column and an arch. A statue is visible in a niche on the left. The brushstrokes are detailed, capturing the intricacies of the column and flowing water from a fountain. The color palette includes earthy browns, grays, subtle greens, and pale blue-gray. Water in the fountain is depicted with whites and blues. The scene conveys textures of aged stone and flowing water.

Französische Grafik 1762–1775