Portico of the Palazzo Nuovo, on the Campidoglio
1747
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1747
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The painting is called Portico of the Palazzo Nuovo, on the Campidoglio. It was created by Joseph-Marie Vien between 1744 and 1750. The artist used graphite on laid paper to create this work, which is part of the Baroque movement. This movement is known for its dramatic lighting and intense emotions. The painting is an example of architectural art, which focuses on buildings and structures. To learn more about this style, look up the movement: Baroque.