Macpherson Robert Collection

Untitled (Ruins of Roman Forum), c. 1867. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Untitled (Ruins of Roman Forum), c. 1867. A work made of albumen print

Coliseum, c. 1867. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Coliseum, c. 1867. A work made of albumen print

Pantheon, Rome, Italy. c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Pantheon, Rome, Italy. c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

Interior Of Museum, Printed c.1860. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Interior Of Museum, Printed c.1860

Roman Forum, Antonio and Faustina, c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Roman Forum, Antonio and Faustina, c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

Untitled (Basilica of Maxentius), c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Untitled (Basilica of Maxentius), c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

Fountain of Neptune, c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Fountain of Neptune, c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

Untitled (Roman wall with gate), c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Untitled (Roman wall with gate), c. 1857. Albumen print, from " Photographs of Views of Rome" (c. 1857)

Untitled (Ruin of a Round Fortress Building), c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Untitled (Ruin of a Round Fortress Building), c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

Untitled (Trajans Column, Base), c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Untitled (Trajans Column, Base), c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

Untitled (Temple of Minerva), c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Untitled (Temple of Minerva), c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

Untitled (Trajans Column), c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Untitled (Trajans Column), c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

Untitled (Temple of Venus and Rome, Triumphal Arch and other ruins in Forum), c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

Untitled (Statue of the Laocoon), c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Untitled (Statue of the Laocoon), c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from "photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

Untitled (Round Building with Clock), c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Untitled (Round Building with Clock), c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

Untitled (bridge over Tiber River), c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Untitled (bridge over Tiber River), c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

The Arch of Titus, 1855, 1855. Creator: Robert MacPherson
The Arch of Titus, 1855, 1855. A work made of albumen silver print

Photographs of Views of Rome, c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Photographs of Views of Rome, c. 1857. A work made of 47 albumen silver prints

Palace of the Caesars on the Palatine, 1860. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Palace of the Caesars on the Palatine, 1860. A work made of albumen print

Arch of the Silversmiths, c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Arch of the Silversmiths, c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

Arch of Septimius Severus, c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Arch of Septimus Severus, c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

The Grotto of Egeria, Rome, c. 1858. Creator: Robert MacPherson
The Grotto of Egeria, Rome, c. 1858. A work made of albumen print

Untitled (Trees in Rome), c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Untitled (Trees in Rome), c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

Untitled (Statue of Woman Reclining Atop a Sarcophagus), c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

The Theater of Marcellus, from the Piazza Montanara, by 1858. Creator: Robert MacPherson
The Theater of Marcellus, from the Piazza Montanara, by 1858

Cloisters of St. Pauls, the Basilica, Outside the Walls of Rome, by 1858
Cloisters of St. Paul s, the Basilica, Outside the Walls of Rome, by 1858

Falls of Terni, ca. 1860. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Falls of Terni, ca. 1860

Cloaca Maxima, by 1858. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Cloaca Maxima, by 1858

The Hermaphrodite, ca. 1861. Creator: Robert MacPherson
The Hermaphrodite, ca. 1861

The Valley of the Anio, with the Upper and Lower Cascatelle, Mecenass Villa, and Distant Campagna, by 1858

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Robert MacPherson, a talented artist of the 19th century, captured the essence of ancient Rome through his remarkable works. In his painting "Untitled (Ruins of Roman Forum)", created around 1867, MacPherson transports us to a time long gone, where we can almost hear the echoes of bustling crowds and political debates that once filled this historic site. Similarly, in his piece "Coliseum", also from 1867, MacPherson showcases the grandeur and architectural brilliance of one of Rome's most iconic landmarks. The sheer size and intricate details depicted in this artwork leave us in awe of the engineering marvels achieved by our ancestors. Moving on to another masterpiece by MacPherson titled "Pantheon, " painted circa 1857, we are invited to explore the majestic interior of this ancient temple dedicated to all gods. The play between light and shadow emphasizes its domed ceiling and creates an ethereal atmosphere that speaks volumes about Rome's rich cultural heritage. In "Roman Forum, Antonio and Faustina, " dating back to 1857, MacPherson focuses on capturing a specific monument within the forum. Through meticulous brushstrokes and attention to detail, he immortalizes these ruins as a testament to history's endurance against time's relentless passage. MacPherson's talent for portraying ruins is further evident in his untitled paintings such as "Basilica Maxentius" or "Ruin of a Round Fortress Building. " These artworks transport us back centuries ago when these structures stood tall with purpose but now stand as silent witnesses to history. One cannot overlook Macpherson’s depiction of Trajan’s Column – both its base ("Untitled (Trajans Column Base)") and full glory ("Untitled (Trajans Column)"). His ability to capture every intricacy allows viewers today an intimate glimpse into ancient Roman triumphs commemorated through artistry carved into stone.