Colosseum
1555
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Italian 16th Century
A 16th-century Italian sculptor left us small bronze works in dark brown and gold.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Colosseum is a 1555 ink by Italian 16th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows a crumbling, half-ruined stone building with lots of arches and levels. Palm trees and small plants grow on top and around it. The structure looks old, with some parts missing or damaged, and people are climbing on it. The ground is uneven, and the whole scene is drawn in black lines on a light background. The title at the bottom reads *Theatrum Sive Colosseum Romanum*, which means it’s the Roman Colosseum. This was a famous spot for shows and games in ancient Rome. Next, check out how this work uses engraving.
A 16th-century Italian sculptor left us small bronze works in dark brown and gold.
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