The Old Temple

Hubert Robert (French) 1787/88 Commissioned by the wealthy financier Jean-Joseph, Marquis de Laborde, the four expansive canvases by Hubert Robert, housed in the Art Institute's collection, were intended to adorn a salon in the château at Méréville, France. Positioned on all sides of the room, these paintings aimed to create an illusion that the walls had dissolved, revealing captivating fantasies of Classical architecture infused with scenes of everyday life. Hubert Robert was highly sought after for his expertise in painting architectural ruins, a genre that resonated with the late 18th-century fascination for the antique. The artist meticulously cultivated his knowledge of antiquity through extensive travels and studies in Italy, spanning over a decade. Make a statement in any room with this framed poster, printed on thick matte paper. The matte frame that's made from wood from renewable forests adds an extra touch of class. • Ayous wood .75″ (1.9 cm) thick frame from renewable f