1793
oil
canvas
From the collection of Derby Museum and Art Gallery
A View of the Ponte Nomentano, near Rome is a 1793 oil by Joseph Wright of Derby, a Rococo painting work, held at Derby Museum and Art Gallery.
The painting shows a weathered stone bridge with a large central tower and three arches. The bridge spans a river, with trees and bushes on the riverbanks. In the foreground, people are gathered near the bridge, while others are seen on the bridge itself. The sky above is cloudy and pinkish, suggesting a sunset or sunrise. A closer look reveals the intricate details of the bridge's architecture and the people's activities. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the scene. To learn more about the artist's techniques, explore the concept of chiaroscuro.
Joseph Wright (3 September 1734 – 29 August 1797), styled Joseph Wright of Derby, was an English painter who specialised in portrait painting and landscape art.
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