A Roman Capriccio

Hubert Robert, c. 1763/1764

The image shows an elevated viewpoint overlooking a grand architectural setting. The horizon is suggested by rising structures and distant pyramids, including an obelisk. The drawing style features loose brushstrokes… · description from the collection

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Artist: Hubert Robert ¹
Date: c. 1763/1764 ¹
Medium: pen and brown ink with brown wash on laid paper ¹
Original: 9,878 × 7,132 px ¹
License: CC0 (National Gallery of Art Open Access)
Credit: National Gallery of Art, Washington, Gift of Victor Carlson

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The image is an ink drawing featuring two figures. One figure is standing and leaning over the other figure, who is lying on the ground. The standing figure appears to be male, with angular limbs, hair, and a garment…

The image depicts two individuals lying on the ground in a reclining pose, with their limbs somewhat entangled. They are both wearing military uniforms and hats. Ropes or cables are visible around them. The…

This is a drawing of figures in dynamic poses. The description includes several human forms, primarily male, sketched in various muscular and dynamic postures.

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