Italianiserend landschap met Romeinse ruïnes 1706 - 1775

"Italianiserend landschap met Romeinse ruïnes" (Italianizing landscape with Roman ruins) is a drawing by Hendrik (II) Carré, a Dutch artist active in the 18th century. Created between 1706 and 1775, this drawing showcases a blend of Italianate landscape with Roman architectural elements. Carré's drawing, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, captures a scene with a triumphal arch in the foreground, a church-like structure on the left, and a bustling Italian-inspired countryside in the background. This drawing exemplifies the popularity of Italianate landscapes in Dutch art, drawing inspiration from classical antiquity.