Ruïnes met bogen 1562 - 1717

"Ruïnes met bogen," a hand-colored etching by Joannes van Doetechum, depicts a scene of crumbling Roman ruins overgrown with foliage. The artwork, dating back to 1562-1717, is a testament to the artist's fascination with classical architecture and the passage of time. Doetechum's detailed rendering captures the grandeur of the once-majestic structure now overtaken by nature, highlighting the ephemeral nature of human creations. The etching, housed at the Rijksmuseum, embodies the artistic trend of "ruinomania" popular in 16th-century Europe, emphasizing the beauty found in decay.