Ruins of the palace substructures of Septimius Severus, Rome c. 1607 - 1609

"Ruins of the palace substructures of Septimius Severus, Rome" is a pen and ink drawing by Gerard ter Borch, created between 1607 and 1609. This detailed drawing depicts the crumbling remains of the palace substructures, capturing the grandeur of the past and the decay of time. The artwork features a solitary figure standing amidst the ruins, highlighting the scale of the structure and the passage of history. This piece exemplifies ter Borch's interest in architectural subjects and his ability to convey the atmospheric beauty of ancient ruins. The drawing is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.