Sorrento

Deutsche Grafik 1903–1925, 1909

The image exhibits an elevated viewpoint over a coastal town next to the sea. There are buildings on a cliff edge in the foreground, with intricate architectural details. Further out, the town spreads across gently rolling terrain with various buildings and towers. The horizon shows distant mountains with muted peaks. The painting technique includes expressive yet detailed brushstrokes depicting rocky cliffs and soft clouds. The color scheme consists of earthy tones like browns, ochres, and blues, creating a tranquil Mediterranean ambiance against a vast sky with subtly painted clouds. The sea on the left side contrasts with the warm tones, with gentle waves reaching the shore.
Artista
Deutsche Grafik 1903–1925
Datazione
1909
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
litografia a colori
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The image exhibits an elevated viewpoint over a coastal town next to the sea. There are buildings on a cliff edge in the foreground, with intricate architectural details. Further out, the town spreads across gently rolling terrain with various buildings and towers. The horizon shows distant mountains with muted peaks. The painting technique includes expressive yet detailed brushstrokes depicting rocky cliffs and soft clouds. The color scheme consists of earthy tones like browns, ochres, and blues, creating a tranquil Mediterranean ambiance against a vast sky with subtly painted clouds. The sea on the left side contrasts with the warm tones, with gentle waves reaching the shore.

Deutsche Grafik 1903–1925