Ercole Bazicaluva

Bazzicaluva, Ercole
Bazzicaluve, Ercole

Florentine, c. 1610 - 1661 or after

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The image shows a detailed black and white etching of a rustic scene with a cottage, figures, trees, and hills. The technique uses fine lines to depict textures and shadows in the landscape.
Ercole Bazicaluva, Landscape with a Traveler before a Cottage, 1638, etching on laid paper, Gift of The Circle of the National Gallery of Art, 1990.3.10

Landscape with a Traveler before a Cottage

Ercole Bazicaluva · 1638 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1990.3.10

The image shows a riverside village scene from a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon features a cluster of trees, small structures, and hills. The etching technique creates various textures, including water, clouds, and structures. A man is rowing a boat with two passengers, and there is an old stone building with a thatched roof emitting smoke. More boats are in the water, and there is rustic architecture and a tree-filled coastline in the distance. The monochrome palette uses shading for depth and contrast, conveying a serene village waterfront atmosphere.
Ercole Bazicaluva, Rustic Seaport, 1638, etching on laid paper, Gift of The Circle of the National Gallery of Art, 1990.3.6

Rustic Seaport

Ercole Bazicaluva · 1638 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1990.3.6

The image depicts a pastoral landscape with trees, houses, clouds, a horse, a dog, and two figures interacting in a detailed and monochromatic style.
Ercole Bazicaluva, Landscape with Runaway Horses, 1638, etching on laid paper, Gift of The Circle of the National Gallery of Art, 1990.3.5

Landscape with Runaway Horses

Ercole Bazicaluva · 1638 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1990.3.5

The image shows a landscape view from a slightly elevated vantage point. The horizon features rolling hills, trees, and faint mountains or hills in the background. In the forefront, there is a detailed tree, and to the left, a figure with a dog walking through a meadow. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of gray and black. Other trees can be seen in the distance, creating depth in the scene.
Ercole Bazicaluva, Herdsman and Cows Crossing a River, 1638, etching on laid paper, Gift of The Circle of the National Gallery of Art, 1990.3.4

Herdsman and Cows Crossing a River

Ercole Bazicaluva · 1638 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1990.3.4

The image shows a raised perspective looking over a river or waterway with boats moored along the bank. In the background, there is a distant shoreline with tall trees, a cylindrical stone tower, and a landscape of brush. To the right, there is a large tree with a textured trunk and tangled branches. The artwork features detailed textures created through etching strokes, from the tree bark to the clouds. The color palette is monochrome, contrasting dark lines with lighter paper. In the foreground, there are two figures with hats, one with a donkey, near the water.
Ercole Bazicaluva, Seaport with Anchored Vessels, 1638, etching on laid paper, Gift of The Circle of the National Gallery of Art, 1990.3.7

Seaport with Anchored Vessels

Ercole Bazicaluva · 1638 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1990.3.7

The image displays a rural landscape from an elevated perspective. A rustic structure with a thatched roof and weathered walls is surrounded by lush foliage on the left, with trees in the background. On the right, a bare tree stands near a path that leads towards distant huts and trees. Along this path, figures on a horse and an ox-drawn cart can be seen. The horizon fades into a backdrop of trees under a cloudy sky. The etching technique emphasizes details with line work, hatching, and cross-hatching for depth. The monochromatic palette highlights the serene setting.
Ercole Bazicaluva, Rustic Landscape with Peasants and Horses, 1638, etching with engraving on laid paper, Gift of The Circle of the National Gallery of Art, 1990.3.2

Rustic Landscape with Peasants and Horses

Ercole Bazicaluva · 1638 · etching with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1990.3.2

This etching depicts a landscape scene with a central horizon where a town or buildings are faintly visible in the distance. The composition shows a pastoral setting with multiple trees at varying distances, detailed with fine line work typical of etching. The black and white color palette emphasizes the craftsmanship and texture of the scene. Figures engaged in activities populate the tranquil rural setting.
Ercole Bazicaluva, Men Fighting in a Landscape, 1638, etching on laid paper, Gift of The Circle of the National Gallery of Art, 1990.3.9

Men Fighting in a Landscape

Ercole Bazicaluva · 1638 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1990.3.9

The image shows a detailed ink landscape, with a large tree in the foreground, a line of trees in the middle ground, and a body of water with sailboats. A figure on a rock gazes over the water. The color palette is black and white.
Ercole Bazicaluva, Landscape and River with Anchored Vessels, 1638, etching on laid paper, Gift of The Circle of the National Gallery of Art, 1990.3.11

Landscape and River with Anchored Vessels

Ercole Bazicaluva · 1638 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1990.3.11

This is a drawing of a classical statue and scenic landscape. The drawing shows a winged figure blowing a trumpet, standing on a grand monument structure with inscriptions below. The monument has decorative elements and a heraldic emblem. In the background, there is a pastoral landscape with a river, trees, and architectural structures. The sky above has wispy clouds.
Ercole Bazicaluva, Dedication Page with Statue of Fama, 1638, etching on laid paper, Gift of The Circle of the National Gallery of Art, 1990.3.1

Dedication Page with Statue of Fama

Ercole Bazicaluva · 1638 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1990.3.1

The image depicts a landscape with rocky terrain, trees, shrubs, a figure, and a cow. There are detailed engravings showing textures in monochrome colors emphasizing contrasts and depth. The scene extends to the horizon with uneven foliage.
Ercole Bazicaluva, Landscape with Resting Herdsmen, 1638, etching and engraving on laid paper, Gift of The Circle of the National Gallery of Art, 1990.3.12

Landscape with Resting Herdsmen

Ercole Bazicaluva · 1638 · etching and engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1990.3.12