Who painted The Roman Circus near Santa Croce in Gerusalemme?

The Roman Circus near Santa Croce in Gerusalemme was painted by Jacques-Louis David in 1778.

Where can I see The Roman Circus near Santa Croce in Gerusalemme?

The Roman Circus near Santa Croce in Gerusalemme is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Roman Circus near Santa Croce in Gerusalemme?

The Roman Circus near Santa Croce in Gerusalemme is associated with Neoclassicism.

Can I buy a print of The Roman Circus near Santa Croce in Gerusalemme?

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Artwork

The Roman Circus near Santa Croce in Gerusalemme

Jacques-Louis David , 1778

The Roman Circus near Santa Croce in Gerusalemme is a chalk drawing by the Neoclassicist artist Jacques-Louis David. It dates from 1778 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Markings: Marked:Eugène David [1784-1830] (Lugt 839) and Jules David [1783-1854] (Lugt 1437

About this work

Overview

The Roman Circus near Santa Croce in Gerusalemme is a drawing by Jacques-Louis David, created in 1778. It is a black chalk and gray wash work on pale blue paper, held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts two buildings by a river, connected by trees and a bridge. The upper structure is a columned, flat-roofed building on a raised platform, while the lower one has a tower and chimney near the water.

Technique & Style

David employed soft gray washes to soften the edges, achieving a dreamy, unfinished quality. This approach, typical of early sketches, prioritizes capturing light and atmosphere over detailed representation.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Jacques-Louis David

Jacques-Louis David was born in Paris on 30 August 1748 into a bourgeois family; his father died in a duel when the boy was nine, and a maternal uncle guided his education.