Gezicht in de tuin van Penhaverde, Portugal 1772 - 1778

"Gezicht in de tuin van Penhaverde, Portugal" is a drawing by Pierre Lélu, a French artist known for his landscape paintings. Created between 1772 and 1778, the drawing depicts a serene scene of a garden in Portugal, with a set of stairs leading to a structure behind lush foliage. The composition is reminiscent of the "capriccio" style, which is a genre of painting that combines elements of real and imaginary landscapes. Lélu's meticulous attention to detail and the use of gray tones in the drawing create a realistic and atmospheric portrayal of the garden. This drawing is a valuable glimpse into the artistic style and landscape preferences of the 18th century, capturing the beauty of the natural world through the artist's sensitive eye.