French school of the 18th century, courtyard of a ruined palace, pen drawing

French school of the 18th century, Courtyard of a ruined palace, Architectural capriccio, Pen, black ink and black ink wash on paper. In good condition. This drawing is particularly charming due to the whimsical details that characterise it. An invitation to imagination and a meditation on the passage of time. All of this is typical of the period that precedes and heralds Romantic art.