Rome 1857

"Rome" is a pencil drawing by American artist Elihu Vedder, created in 1857 during his travels in Italy. The artwork depicts a stone archway, characteristic of Roman architecture. Vedder captures the textured detail of the stone and creates a sense of depth through the use of light and shadow. This drawing is a testament to Vedder's early skill as a draftsman and his fascination with the architecture of Italy. The small size of the drawing, at just 14.4 x 8.9 cm, suggests it was a sketch or a study.