Ruins of an Ancient City 

John Martin's "Ruins of an Ancient City" is a Romantic-era painting depicting a vast, ruined cityscape. The painting captures the melancholic grandeur of a fallen civilization, with crumbling structures and a sense of overwhelming scale. Dominated by the skeletal remains of a monumental edifice, the composition conveys a sense of awe and despair, showcasing Martin's signature dramatic style and his fascination with the sublime.