Porta Tiburtina, Rome, seen from the inside

About this work

This watercolour painting shows a stone archway with a doorway. The archway is made of rough-hewn stones and has a rounded top. It's set into a wall made of the same stones. There's a man in a red coat and white breeches standing in the doorway. He's looking out at us. The wall has some greenery growing on it, and there are some other stone buildings behind it. The painting is done in muted colours - lots of browns and greys. It gives the impression of a sunny day, but the colours are soft and gentle. The overall effect is peaceful and serene. If you like this painting, you might also enjoy learning more about the Romanticism movement.