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View of the Colosseum

ca. 1744–50
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: View of the Colosseum
  • Artist: Joseph Marie Vien (French, Montpellier 1716–1809 Paris)
  • Date: ca. 1744–50
  • Medium: Black and white chalk on blue antique laid paper
  • Dimensions: 11 3/4 x 18 1/16 in. (29.8 x 45.9 cm.)
  • Classification: Drawings
  • Credit Line: Harry G. Sperling Fund, 2003
  • Object Number: 2003.324
  • Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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