The artwork, titled “The Arc de Triomphe and the Theatre of Orange,” was created by Hubert Robert in 1787. This Rococo piece, measuring 242 x 242 cm, depicts a capriccio genre and is presently housed in the Louvre, Paris, France.
In this captivating work, Hubert Robert masterfully combines architectural elements of the Arc de Triomphe and the Theatre of Orange, presenting a dreamlike, imaginative landscape. The ruins of ancient structures dominate the scene, evoking a sense of historical grandeur and decay. The painting captures the warmth and texture of the deteriorating stone, juxtaposed against the soft, ethereal sky. Figures are scattered throughout the composition, engaged in various activities, lending a human scale to the monumental ruins and further enhancing the narrative quality of this evocative capriccio.
