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Fortificazioni dei bassi tempi sopra il Ponte Nomentano (Fortifications of the Ponte Nomentano)

Carlo Baldassare Simelli

1840

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century Interior

Dominant colour

Fortificazioni dei bassi tempi sopra il Ponte Nomentano (Fortifications of the Ponte Nomentano) is a 1840 ink by Carlo Baldassare Simelli, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Carlo Baldassare Simelli
When & what style?: 1840 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This print shows a dimly lit archway with crumbling stone walls and a sloping roof. A few people walk through the tunnel, carrying bags or leading animals. The light comes from the far end, making the scene feel quiet and shadowy. The title mentions this is a fortification near the Ponte Nomentano, a bridge in Rome. The artist used fine lines to capture the textures of the old stones and the worn steps. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this one create detailed prints.