De boog van Titus by Cornelis van Poelenburch

De boog van Titus 1621

architectural sketch

aged paper

toned paper

pencil sketch

old engraving style

etching

tea stained

pen-ink sketch

architecture drawing

warm toned green

"De boog van Titus" is a pen and brown ink drawing on paper by Dutch artist Cornelis van Poelenburch, created in 1621. The artwork depicts a detailed view of the Arch of Titus in Rome, a Roman triumphal arch built in 81 AD to commemorate the victory of Emperor Titus over the Jews in 70 AD. This drawing is a study of architecture, highlighting the intricate details of the Arch and the surrounding space. The meticulousness of the drawing showcases van Poelenburch's ability to capture architectural beauty and grandeur. "De boog van Titus" is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.