Ancient Ruins on the Bank of the Tiber 1752 - 1756

"Ancient Ruins on the Bank of the Tiber" is a black and white drawing by French sculptor Augustin Pajou. The drawing shows a perspective view of an ancient ruin, likely a temple or other Roman structure, on the banks of the Tiber river in Rome. The artwork was completed between 1752 and 1756, during Pajou’s formative years in Rome as a young artist. The details are simple, with the focus on the architectural structures and the river. It is a sketch of a Roman monument, possibly created as a design for a sculpture or a model for a larger work. This piece is an example of the Neoclassical style, which emphasized ancient Greek and Roman art and architecture. This sketch captures the grandeur and power of classical architecture, reflecting the artist's admiration for the Roman past.