Pedro Cano e il Teatro Marittimo di Villa Adriana

Spanish artist Pedro Cano's 2016 watercolor, 'Teatro Marittimo di Villa Adriana,' offers a vivid and meaningful depiction of the Maritime Theatre at Hadrian's Villa (Tivoli), Italy. This artwork is part of a broader series illustrating ancient Greek and Roman theatres and amphitheatres, drawing from Cano's extensive study of the site, including a 1980s sketchbook and a set of twelve etchings featuring additional structures within the complex. The watercolor, measuring 160 x 100 cm, reflects Cano's deep engagement with the architectural and historical significance of Hadrian's Villa, which served as the stage for Maurizio Scaparro's 1989 production 'Le Memorie di Adriano,' inspired by Marguerite Yourcenar's novel. This artistic interpretation provides a unique lens to explore the intersection of history, performance, and visual representation at this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Chiavoni, E. (2017). Pedro Cano and the Maritime Theatre in Hadrian’s Villa [JD]. diségno, 1, 17–18. https://doi.org/10.26375/disegno.1.2017.4