Inside the Arcade of the Colosseum 1775

"Inside the Arcade of the Colosseum" is a pen and wash drawing created by Joseph Wright of Derby in 1775. The artwork depicts a view of the interior of the Colosseum, a famous amphitheater in Rome. Wright uses subtle shading to capture the light filtering through the arches, highlighting the crumbling stones and emphasizing the scale of the ancient structure. This work exemplifies Wright's interest in architectural subjects and his ability to convey a sense of history and grandeur through his detailed renderings.