Architectural fantasy 1775 - 1805

This 18th-century drawing by Jean Henri Alexandre Pernet, entitled "Architectural Fantasy," depicts a whimsical architectural scene. Set in a circular format, the piece portrays a ruined classical building shrouded in shadow, its columns and arches hinting at a grand past. The use of grey washes creates a sense of mystery and grandeur, drawing the viewer's attention to the crumbling remnants of a once magnificent structure. The inclusion of figures in the foreground adds a sense of scale and human presence to this imaginative work.