Jean-Claude Golvin

Rhodes in medieval times

Type

Drawing

Equipment used

Black ink, Gouache (highlights), Graphite, Paper, Watercolor

Dimensions

60.8 x 90.7 cm (Overall) 44.7 x 80.4 cm (Drawing)

Period

Middle Ages

Geographical area

Location or theme

Rhodes

Miscellaneous

Presentation :

Aerial view of Rhodes in medieval times. The drawing is in landscape format. It is framed in ink. Traces of watercolor and inscriptions are visible in the margins.
The city is located on the coast of the Aegean Sea. It is protected by a fortified wall with battlements, towers and gates. The harbor is sheltered by several dikes housing windmills and towers. Fields and mountains can be seen in the distance.

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