Antique Sepia Wash Landscape Drawing in Gilt Wood Frame

This item is a framed landscape drawing executed in sepia ink and wash on paper. The artwork depicts a dramatic architectural archway or tunnel entrance, possibly a Roman or European ruin, flanked by high embankments and lush trees. The composition utilizes fine line work and varied wash tones to create depth and shadow, characteristic of the 18th or 19th-century academic drawing style. Small human figures are visible near the entrance, providing a sense of monumental scale. The drawing is mounted under glass within an off-white mat featuring a golden pinstripe border. The piece is housed in a substantial, antique-style gilt wood frame. The frame features a deep profile with decorative beaded or 'pearl' molding along the inner lip and a textured, hand-applied gold leaf finish. The gilding shows a rich, warm patina with visible 'rub-through' where the underlying red bole or wood is slightly exposed, adding to its character. The condition of the frame appears vintage with minor chips and surface abrasions consistent with age. There is some slight foxing or age spotting visible on the paper. The overall craftsmanship suggests a high-quality decorative piece from the late 19th or early 20th century, likely imitating the Grand Tour souvenirs of an earlier era.