Vue de Thun du Cote du Midi

probably 1776

Jean-François Janinet

Associated Names
Jean-François Janinet

Artist, French, 1752 - 1814

The image shows a scenic view of Thun with a perspective looking towards a medieval town. The horizon is high, showcasing the town's buildings and castle above the landscape. Delicate and precise brushstrokes highlight details in the architecture and foliage. A bridge crosses a calm body of water reflecting the structures and sky. Tree-lined banks lead to the town in the distance. The color palette is soft and harmonious, with muted pastels and earthy tones. The sky is pale blue with hints of pink and grey.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    color aquatint and etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1945.5.82

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Portalis/Beraldi 1880, no. 92


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1880

  • Portalis, baron Roger and Henri Beraldi. Les graveurs du dix-huitieme siecle. 2 parts, 3 vols. each part. Paris, 1880.

Wikidata ID

Q65022257

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