A View through Three of the North-Western Arches of the Third Storey of the Coliseum

作品描述

This painting depicts a view through three of the north-western arches of the third storey of the Colosseum, showcasing the grandeur of the ancient Roman structure. Created by Danish painter Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg in 1815 or 1816 during his stay in Rome, the work is part of a series of paintings inspired by the city's ancient ruins. The composition highlights the architectural details of the Colosseum, with elements such as the arcade, herb, grass, and sky contributing to the scene's atmospheric quality.