Landschap met Romeinse ruïnes en obelisk 1727 - 1793

Leendert Brasser's "Landschap met Romeinse ruïnes en obelisk" (1727-1793) is an etching depicting a landscape with Roman ruins and an obelisk. The print, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, features an obelisk in the foreground with a ruined building and a tower in the background. Brasser's work is known for its detailed depictions of classical architecture and his ability to capture the mood of the landscape. The use of etching allows for a delicate and detailed representation of the crumbling architecture, evoking a sense of history and grandeur.