Landscape with a Watermill

Crescenzio Onofri

Created:

Movement:

unknown

Realism

key Notes:

Idyllic rural scene, flowing watermill.

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Landscape with a Watermill," created by Crescenzio Onofri in the late 17th century, exemplifies the artist's engagement with the natural landscape and rural life, reflecting the Baroque interest in atmospheric effects and detailed realism. The painting is significant for its depiction of harmonious coexistence between human structures and nature, contributing to the broader discourse on landscape painting during this period.

Description of the work:

"Landscape with a Watermill" by Crescenzio Onofri features a serene rural scene characterized by a gently flowing river and a rustic watermill, which serves as the focal point of the composition. The painting employs a harmonious palette of greens and browns, with meticulous attention to the interplay of light and shadow, effectively conveying the tranquility of the natural environment.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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