View of the Palazza Madama, Rome (?) 1730 - 1778

This 18th-century drawing by Charles Michel Ange Challe, entitled "View of the Palazzo Madama, Rome (?)" is a delicate portrayal of a Roman building. The artist's precise strokes and subtle shading highlight the architectural details of the Palazzo, while the surrounding foliage is rendered with a more impressionistic touch. The composition, featuring a dramatic perspective on the building, creates a sense of depth and grandeur. This work, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a valuable example of Challe's skill as a draftsman and his ability to capture the essence of Roman architecture.