Romeinse ruïne 1700 - 1740

Franz de Paula Ferg’s "Romeinse ruïne" (Roman Ruin) is a detailed pen and wash drawing, depicting a portion of a Roman ruin with decorative elements. The drawing was created sometime between 1700 and 1740, the year the Austrian artist died. Ferg was known for his architectural drawings and watercolors, and this piece is a testament to his skill in capturing the grandeur of Roman ruins. The drawing is now housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. Ferg's depiction of this ruined structure evokes a sense of time's passage, a reminder of the ephemeral nature of human civilization. The intricate details of the drawing, which is only 248 mm in height and 185 mm in width, allow the viewer to appreciate the beauty and complexity of ancient Roman architecture.