Ruins on the Palatine Hill
1628
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Herman van Swanevelt
Herman van Swanevelt (1603–1655) was a Dutch artist, born in Woerden.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Ruins on the Palatine Hill is a 1628 ink by Herman van Swanevelt, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows old, broken buildings with rough walls and crumbling steps. A few small trees and bushes grow nearby. In the distance, a few people stand near a flat area with more ruins. The sky is empty, and the whole scene looks dark and worn. The artist used lines to show every crack and shadow. This style makes the ruins look even more real. Want to see more? Look up etching to learn how this print was made.
Herman van Swanevelt (1603–1655) was a Dutch artist, born in Woerden.
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