Villa Medici, Rome

Sir Muirhead Bone

Associated Names
Muirhead Bone

Artist, Scottish, 1876 - 1953

The image shows a view from a low angle capturing an architectural façade on the left and a tall tree on the right. The horizon is not visible, emphasizing the architectural and natural elements in the composition. The artwork uses charcoal and watercolor to highlight the structure of the building and details of the tree. The monochromatic palette with grayscale variations creates a strong visual contrast. In the distance, stairs lead up to a sculptural element partially hidden by foliage, adding depth to the composition.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    charcoal and brown wash

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 34.9 x 24 cm (13 3/4 x 9 7/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.1598


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

LJR (Lugt Supp.1760b)

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower center in charcoal: M Bone; lower right verso on tape: [illegibleword][Pope's?] Garden [effaced word]

Wikidata ID

Q64632422

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