Jean-Claude Golvin

Arles, the Bounias hypogeum

Type

Flat map

Equipment used

Black ink, Graphite, Tracing paper

Dimensions

60.2 × 48.4 cm (Overall) 52.3 × 42.1 cm (Drawing)

Period

antiquity

Geographical area

Location or theme

Arelate (Arles)

Miscellaneous

Presentation :

Plan view and cross-section of the Bounias hypogeum at Arelate (Arles). Preparatory drawing on tracing paper. The drawing is in portrait format. It is organized within a frame drawn in ink. Traces of graphite and inscriptions are visible in the margins.
The upper part of the drawing is occupied by the plan of the circular hypogeum. The opening is on the left. The lower part shows a cross-section of the underground room.

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