Imaginary View of the Grand Gallery of the Louvre in Ruins, Hubert Robert (1796)
Definition
This is a painting by French artist Hubert Robert that depicts a fictional scene of the Grand Gallery of the Louvre museum in ruins. It reflects the Romantic fascination with ruins and decay.
Related terms
Romanticism: An artistic and intellectual movement originating in Europe in the late 18th century characterized by a heightened interest in nature, emphasis on individual's expression of emotion and imagination, departure from classical forms and rebellion against social conventions.
Hubert Robert: A French painter noted for his landscape paintings and capriccio, or imaginary scenes depicting ruins.
Grand Gallery of Louvre: The largest hall in the Louvre Museum which houses numerous works from different periods.
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