Victor Jean Nicolle

Victor Jean Nicolle was an artist active between 1754 and 1787, known primarily for his topographical studies and architectural views. The preserved inventory of his work, as represented in major museum collections, consists of fourteen drawings and one print.

Nicolle’s subject matter focused heavily on classical Roman architecture and Italian landscapes. Documented drawings include detailed studies of ancient sites, such as The Colosseum and The Pantheon. His documented output also encompasses broader landscape views, including The Tiber at the Outskirts of Rome, alongside more imaginative pieces such as Fantasy View of the Roman Forum. Nicolle also rendered French architectural subjects, evidenced by works like Courtyard of the Chateau de Saint-Cloud.

The significance of the artist’s output is established by the presence of Victor Jean Nicolle prints and drawings in respected institutions globally, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Gallery of Art, and the Rijksmuseum. Much of his work is available in the public domain, allowing institutions and private individuals to access high-quality prints that reflect the museum-quality detail of his 18th-century renderings.