Partial View of the Colosseum

Johann Christian Klengel is the artist behind "Partial View of the Colosseum". Background on Drawings: Drawings range from quick preparatory sketches to finished works in pen, chalk, charcoal, graphite, or wash. Artists have long used drawings to plan paintings, sculptures, and buildings, so a sketch can show how an idea developed. It is listed in the Drawings collection. The image is in landscape orientation.

"Partial View of the Colosseum" is shown in the onlly.art catalogue for reference and browsing. A landscape format suits wide, low wall spaces such as the stretch above a bed, mantel, or sideboard. Browsing works by the same artist, or from the same period, is a good way to compare styles before choosing what suits your space.

German, 1751–1824

If you like the visual language of Johann Christian Klengel, explore more works by the same artist in our collection.