Mt. Colognola - Sheep Grazing on Lake Trasimeno

c. 1878

Elihu Vedder

Associated Names
Elihu Vedder

Artist, American, 1836 - 1923

The image shows a view framed by trees, guiding the observer's gaze towards an open area. The horizon is positioned near the middle of the composition, with hints of distant fields or water visible through the gaps between the trees. The artwork features a sketch-like technique using soft, textured brushstrokes to depict foliage and landscape elements. The color scheme primarily consists of earthy browns and muted whites, with subtle contrasts for light and shadow effects under the tree canopy. The interplay of negative space and dense texture conveys light filtering through the leaves, creating a tranquil ambiance.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gouache and charcoal on light brown paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Borghi

  • Dimensions

    overall: 24.1 x 27.9 cm (9 1/2 x 11 in.)
    sheet: 9.2 × 12.8 cm (3 5/8 × 5 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1993.67.3


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Mr. and Mrs. Mark Borghi) New York, NY; gift to NGA, 1994.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1988

  • Soria, Regina, Visions of Italy, Borghi & Co., New York, 1988: 31.

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: mente e -; lower right in graphite: IV; lower center verso in graphite by unknown hand: 18

Wikidata ID

Q64558454

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