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A Capriccio of Roman Ruins

A Capriccio of Roman Ruins, by Marco Ricci, gouache, 1728
A Capriccio of Roman Ruins, by Marco Ricci, gouache, 1728

A Capriccio of Roman Ruins is a gouache drawing by the Baroque artist Marco Ricci. It dates from 1728 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This drawing, executed in gouache on kidskin, is the work of Marco Ricci and dates to 1728.

Technique & Style

The artist employed gouache, an opaque watercolor technique, on kidskin, a fine and delicate surface, to create the work.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Marco Ricci

Artist

Marco Ricci

Marco Ricci (1676–1730) was an artist, born in Belluno.

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