View of the Quirinal from the Pincian Gardens

"View of the Quirinal from the Pincian Gardens" is a painting created by Thomas Cole in 1841. The artwork, which measures 20.3 x 30.5 inches, is housed at the Detroit Institute of Arts. The painting captures a wide vista of Rome, with the Quirinal Palace prominently featured on the horizon. The foreground is rendered in warm, earthy tones, suggesting the sun-baked terrain of the Pincian Gardens. The artist has used a combination of fine lines and delicate brushstrokes to depict the architectural details of the city, while the sky is rendered in soft, muted hues. The overall effect is one of tranquility and grandeur, capturing the timeless beauty of Rome.