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View of the Terme di Caracalla in Rome, 1845. Creator: Thorald Lessoe
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View of the Terme di Caracalla in Rome, 1845. Creator: Thorald Lessoe
View of the Terme di Caracalla in Rome, 1845
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This 1845 oil painting by Danish artist Thorald Lessoe transports us to ancient Rome, specifically to the Terme di Caracalla, or the Baths of Caracalla. The Baths, built during the 3rd century under the reign of Emperor Marcus Aurelius Severus Antoninus, also known as Caracalla, were once the largest public bath complexes in the Roman Empire. Lessoe masterfully captures the grandeur and tranquility of the site, with the sunlit ruins bathed in a warm, golden glow. The painting depicts a lone figure, a man, standing by the roadside, gazing at the ruins. An ox cart is parked nearby, suggesting the passage of time and the continued use of the site as a transportation hub. The painting is a testament to the artistic movement of Realism, which emphasized the representation of the physical world as it was observed. The attention to detail in the painting, from the intricate textures of the ruins to the realistic portrayal of the man and the oxen, is a hallmark of this movement. The painting also offers a glimpse into the scientific knowledge of the time, with the solar system depicted in the sky above. The painting is now part of the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst (The National Gallery of Denmark) in Copenhagen, Denmark, and is a reminder of the rich artistic and cultural heritage shared between Italy and Denmark. The painting invites us to reflect on the past, the passage of time, and the enduring beauty of ancient ruins. It is a must-see for anyone interested in art, history, or the ancient world.
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