Artwork

Palazzo Communale, Bologna

Palazzo Communale, Bologna, by John Russell Pope, graphite, 1898
Palazzo Communale, Bologna, by John Russell Pope, graphite, 1898

Palazzo Communale, Bologna is a graphite drawing by the Impressionist artist John Russell Pope. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Palazzo Communale, Bologna is a graphite drawing created by John Russell Pope in 1898.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts the facade of the Palazzo Communale in Bologna, Italy, a real town hall, from three different angles, showcasing its architectural details.

Technique & Style

The work features precise renderings, with the artist including handwritten measurements, indicating a meticulous study of the building's design and proportions.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.