Old Market Gate 1890

"Old Market Gate" is a pen and ink drawing by Themistocles von Eckenbrecher, created in 1890. The artwork depicts an ancient Roman gate, now in ruins, standing amidst a bustling city street. The composition captures the juxtaposition of antiquity and modernity, with the crumbling gate serving as a reminder of a bygone era. The drawing’s detailed lines and shading give a sense of realism to the architecture, capturing the texture of the stones and the worn surfaces. This drawing offers a glimpse into urban life in late 19th-century Europe.