Cappriccio med bl.a. Ponte rotto. Rom 1730 - 1793

This is "Cappriccio med bl.a. Ponte rotto. Rom", a drawing by Jens Petersen Lund, created in the 18th century. Notice how the delicate lines and subdued washes of color create a scene that feels both precise and dreamlike. Lund masterfully uses perspective to draw our eyes across the composition, from the fragmented architecture in the foreground to the distant skyline of Rome. The ruined bridge, or Ponte rotto, acts as a central motif, its arches echoing across the water. Lund destabilizes the conventional landscape, inviting us to consider themes of decay and transformation. The deliberate fragmentation of the bridge challenges our expectations, prompting us to reflect on the transient nature of human structures. It is within these formal elements that Lund engages with broader cultural dialogues about history, memory, and the passage of time. Consider the semiotic implications of the ruined bridge and how it functions as more than just a visual element; it is a signifier of the past.