Jean-Claude Golvin

Arelate (Arles), the Grand Parc farm at the Vallat tower

Type

Drawing

Equipment used

Black ink, Canson satin paper Moulin du Roy, Graphite, Watercolor

Dimensions

65.2 x 65.2 cm (Overall) 56.3 x 56.3 cm (Drawing)

Period

antiquity

Geographical area

Location or theme

Arelate (Arles)

Miscellaneous

Presentation :

Aerial view of the Grand Parc farm on the Tour du Valat site in Arelate (Arles), 2nd-3rd century. The drawing is in square format. It is organized within a frame drawn in ink. Illegible inscriptions and traces of watercolor and graphite are visible in the margins. Inscriptions appear on the verso.
The sheepfold is in the center of the drawing, with sheep being brought in. The Rhône d’Ulmet can be seen in the background.

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