A Capriccio View of Roman Ruins along the Tiber 

Jacob van der Ulft's "A Capriccio View of Roman Ruins along the Tiber" is a captivating brown wash drawing depicting a fictionalized scene of ancient Roman architecture. The artist, known for his architectural drawings and capriccios, expertly captures the grandeur of the ruins with an emphasis on perspective and light. The composition features a crumbling triumphal arch and other architectural elements that evoke a sense of history and decay. The inclusion of figures and a glimpse of the river Tiber adds a sense of scale and dynamism to the scene, inviting viewers to imagine the bustling life that once existed in ancient Rome.