Jean-Claude Golvin

Arelate (Arles), the Marian pits, hauling scene

Type

Drawing

Equipment used

Black ink, Gouache (highlights), Paper, Watercolor

Dimensions

29.4 x 41.8 cm (overall)

Period

antiquity

Geographical area

Location or theme

Arelate (Arles)

Miscellaneous

Presentation :

Front view of the marian pits at Arelate (Arles). The drawing is in landscape format and has no frame. Inscriptions appear on the reverse.
Three boats ply a canal through a marshy area. From the banks, men use their arms to pull the boats loaded with merchandise.

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