Ave Maria at Tivoli 1808

Bartolomeo Pinelli’s “Ave Maria at Tivoli” depicts a group of women and children praying in a nighttime setting outside an archway, while a man on a donkey laden with baskets looks on. The scene suggests a peaceful moment of devotion, with the soft light emanating from a lantern illuminating the group. The watercolor on paper was created in 1808, showcasing Pinelli’s talent for capturing the everyday lives of Roman people. The work’s title and subject matter offer insight into the artist's interest in capturing the religious aspects of Italian culture.