Artwork

Rome, Arch of Titus

Rome, Arch of Titus, by Luca Beltrami, ink, 1878
Rome, Arch of Titus, by Luca Beltrami, ink, 1878

Rome, Arch of Titus is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Luca Beltrami. It dates from 1878 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Rome, Arch of Titus is an etching on wove paper created by Luca Beltrami in 1878, held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts the Arch of Titus, a grand stone structure adorned with intricate carvings, juxtaposed with a solitary modern woman standing beneath it, creating a contrast between ancient and contemporary scenes.

Technique & Style

Beltrami employed shading techniques to convey the three-dimensionality of the arch's carvings, showcasing his skill in rendering texture and depth in a two-dimensional medium.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Luca Beltrami

Artist

Luca Beltrami

Luca Beltrami was an Italian architect and architectural historian, known particularly for restoration projects.

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