Mountainous Landscape with Classical Temple

Felice Giani

Associated Names
Felice Giani

Artist, Italian, 1758 - 1823

The image depicts a landscape with an elevated point of view. It shows details both close to the viewer and in the distance. The horizon is vaguely suggested by distant mountains and clouds. On the right, mountain peaks and a waterfall are visible. In the foreground, there is a classical structure with columns partially hidden by tall trees. The brushstrokes are bold and textured, indicating depth. The color scheme is primarily brown, giving an antique look. The background sky is sparse with wispy clouds.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and brown ink with brown wash

  • Credit Line

    Julius S. Held Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 18.6 x 26 cm (7 5/16 x 10 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1985.1.33


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Julius S. Held [1905-2002], by 1970; gift 1985 to NGA.

Associated Names

Exhibition History

1970

  • Selections from the Drawing Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Julius S. Held, University Art Gallery, Binghamton; traveling exhibition, 1970, no. 124.

Watermarks

6 pointed star in circle w/cross & letter P?

Wikidata ID

Q64561245

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