Resten van Zeus Olympus tempel bij Agrigento 1778

"Resten van Zeus Olympus tempel bij Agrigento" (1778) by Louis Ducros (1748-1810) is a watercolor depicting the ruins of the Temple of Zeus in Agrigento, Sicily. The painting is a testament to Ducros’ travels through Italy and the power of classical architecture. He captures the grandeur of the ancient ruins, showing the crumbling stone columns and the verdant landscape surrounding them. The artwork is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum and measures 277 mm high and 425 mm wide. It is a valuable record of the state of the temple in the late 18th century, offering insights into its archaeological significance.