The Ruins of the Aqueduct Aniene Nuovo near Tivoli

1850

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

The Ruins of the Aqueduct Aniene Nuovo near Tivoli is a 1850 by Unknown, depicting Ruins, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1850
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows a crumbling stone bridge with three arches. The structure looks old and weathered, with plants growing on top and around it. Below, a calm river reflects the ruins and the soft hills in the distance. The brushstrokes are thick and visible, giving the stone a rough, textured look. The colors are mostly earthy browns and greens, with a pale blue sky in the background. If you like this style, check out the technique: impasto.