Artwork
The Forno inside the Walls of the Vatican
The Forno inside the Walls of the Vatican is a graphite drawing by the Baroque artist Joseph-Marie Vien. It dates from 1747 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Forno inside the Walls of the Vatican is a 1747 drawing by Joseph-Marie Vien, a French artist who later became Premier peintre du Roi. Created with graphite on laid paper, it showcases Vien's skill in capturing architectural and topographical subjects.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing presents an interior view of a furnace within the Vatican walls, depicting a small, rustic building with a sloping roof and chimney, surrounded by a low wall and some vegetation.
Technique & Style
Executed in graphite on laid paper, the drawing is characterized by a simple yet detailed style, with a focus on textures and shapes, conveying a sense of depth and atmosphere.
Artist & collection
Artist
Joseph-Marie Vien (18 June 1716 – 27 March 1809) was a French painter. He was the last holder of the post of Premier peintre du Roi, serving from 1789 to 1791, before it was abolished during the French Revolution.
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