Painting showing a view from within the Colosseum in Rome. In the foreground, two male figures appear to discuss the structure, dwarfed by its monumental scale. To the right of them, a large slope covered in vegetation, leads into a dark vaulted space. This area had suffered extensive damage in the past and evidence of its restoration, including the addition of a canvas infill, is slightly visible. Beyond the figures, the main structure of the Colosseum is visible, illuminated by warm sunlight. Inscribed to recto, lower right 'I. W. P. 178[?]'. Painted by Joseph Wright of Derby (1734 - 1797). Oil on canvas in gilded frame.

Publications

  • Title: Joseph Wright of Derby
    Sub-Title: Painter of Light
    Volume: 1
    Published Place: London
    Published Year: 1968

Related People

  • Wright, Joseph (Artist)

    Display Date: British, 1734 - 1797

    Nationality: British

    Biography: British artist.

The Colosseum, Rome - Daylight

Date: 1780-1789

Medium: oil on canvas

Object Type:painting
Dimensions:Frame: 1340 x 1598 x 130 mm (52 3/4 x 62 15/16 x 5 1/8 in.) Support: 1041 x 1295 mm (41 x 51 in.)
Inscriptions:'I. W. P. /178[?]' recto, lower right (very faint).
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Item Ref:1961-508/4
Item Ref:1961-508/4
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