Part of the Old Appian Way

1756

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Part of the Old Appian Way is a 1756 by Jean-Claude Richard de Saint-Non, a Romanticism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Jean-Claude Richard de Saint-Non
When & what style?: 1756 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with a few people in the foreground. In the distance, there are ruins and trees, with a large tree on the left side of the image. The scene is depicted in a circular frame, with the artist's signature and the title "Part of the Old Appian Way" visible at the bottom. The painting features a mix of natural and man-made elements, with the ruins and trees blending together to create a sense of harmony. The use of light and shadow adds depth to the scene, with the sun casting a warm glow over the entire image. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.