French artists and amateurs in Rome in the 18th century
20th February 2012An exhibition is being held in Caen, organised by the town's fine arts museum together with the fine arts museum of Canada until 23rd April. It is devoted to "French artists and amateurs in Rome in the 18th century". On this occasion around one hundred drawings are on show, together with prints and paintings that re-create the atmosphere of that time and place. The collections on show are divided into five themes: "Amateurs, sponsors, and artists", "Academic teaching", "the Re-discovery of Antiquity", "The landscape of Rome and its environs", "Festivals and Celebrations".
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