Roman veduta 

Amerine Degollets' "Roman veduta" is a drawing depicting a picturesque view of ruined Roman buildings, highlighting the artist's fascination with the ancient past. Degollets, a French artist whose life and work are not well-documented, captured the crumbling walls and remnants of Roman architecture with delicate lines and subtle washes of watercolor. The drawing, held in the Städel Museum, provides a glimpse into the artist's perception of the grandeur and decay of Roman civilization. The focus on architectural details, combined with the use of light and shadow, creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, inviting viewers to imagine the bustling life that once filled these spaces.