A Landscape with Seated Soldiers and Fishermen

Italienische Grafik 1747–1775,

The image features a pastoral landscape with people engaging in leisure activities near a body of water. There is an elaborate stone structure with a relief, partially covered by a tree. In the distance, sailboats can be seen on the water. The brushstrokes are delicate, creating a tranquil ambiance. The color palette is soft and earthy, with browns, greens, and white accents. The scene conveys a serene afternoon by the shore.
Artist
Italienische Grafik 1747–1775
Type
Drawing
Medium
black chalk with watercolor and white heightening on brown washed laid paper
Dimensions
18.9 × 25.7 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image features a pastoral landscape with people engaging in leisure activities near a body of water. There is an elaborate stone structure with a relief, partially covered by a tree. In the distance, sailboats can be seen on the water. The brushstrokes are delicate, creating a tranquil ambiance. The color palette is soft and earthy, with browns, greens, and white accents. The scene conveys a serene afternoon by the shore.

Italienische Grafik 1747–1775