Fantastic River Landscape with Ruins and a Castle

before 1753

Giuseppe Antonio Landi

Associated Names
Giuseppe Antonio Landi

Artist, Bolognese, 1713 - 1791

The image shows a detailed view of an architectural structure, with bricks and intricate details suggesting a classic or historic style. Closest to us are architectural fragments like a column and a stone block at the base of the building. In the distance, there are rolling hills, buildings, and a tower with a flag. The etching features controlled lines depicting both architectural and natural elements with a monochrome palette. Some foliage is seen draping the top of the structure.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    plate: 16.1 x 18.2 cm (6 5/16 x 7 3/16 in.)
    sheet: 24 x 34 cm (9 7/16 x 13 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1982.24.8

  • Series Title

    Alcune Prospettive: pl.7

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in plate: A.L.In.f.; upper left in plate: 7

Wikidata ID

Q74038489

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