Roman Landscape 1636 - 1700

"Roman Landscape" is a drawing by Claude Lorrain, the prominent French painter of the Baroque era, known for his idealized landscapes. This particular work, executed in brown ink and wash, depicts a picturesque scene of Roman architecture nestled amongst trees. The composition features a prominent cypress tree in the foreground, a row of arches, and a distant villa, all rendered with delicate precision. The hazy atmosphere, characteristic of Lorrain's style, gives the drawing a sense of depth and tranquility. The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses this captivating example of his artistic talent.