Ruïnes van de San Lorenzo Vecchio bij Bolsena 1639 - 1640

Bartholomeus Breenbergh's etching "Ruïnes van de San Lorenzo Vecchio bij Bolsena" (1639-1640) depicts the ruins of the San Lorenzo Vecchio church in Bolsena, Italy. The etching captures the crumbling structure overgrown with trees and foliage, showcasing the artist's interest in landscape and the passage of time. This small-scale artwork, measuring only 94 mm in height and 65 mm in width, demonstrates Breenbergh's skillful use of line and shading to convey the texture and depth of the scene, providing a detailed and atmospheric representation of the ruins.