Vue des Ruines d'un des Escaliers de l'Amphithéatre de Capue
1784
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1784
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
You see a detailed etching of ancient ruins, with crumbling steps and arches. The artist, Germain, created this work during the 18th century, a time when people were interested in ancient history and architecture. This interest in the past is reflected in the careful details of the ruins. Check out the technique of etching to learn more about how this image was created.
