Architectural Fantasy with Classical Ruins and Vernacular Buildings

before 1753

Giuseppe Antonio Landi

Associated Names
Giuseppe Antonio Landi

Artist, Bolognese, 1713 - 1791

The image shows ancient architectural ruins from a slightly elevated point of view. The horizon is high, below a textured sky with clouds. The main focus is a pair of large columns in the center, surrounded by other structures. Additional buildings with varying rooflines and arches are visible. The scene includes architectural debris and fallen columns. The background shows mountainous forms for depth. The drawing style uses fine lines and shading for texture in a black and white etching style. The color palette is predominantly greyscale, emphasizing light and shadow contrast.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    plate: 16.1 x 18.2 cm (6 5/16 x 7 3/16 in.)
    sheet: 23.9 x 34 cm (9 7/16 x 13 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1982.24.5

  • Series Title

    Alcune Prospettive: pl.4

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

upper left in plate: 4; lower left in plate: Antonio Landi In; et f.

Wikidata ID

Q74038481

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