Pirna: The Obertor from the South

Bernardo Bellotto

Created:
Movement:
1757
Realism
key Notes:
Architectural precision, Atmospheric perspective
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Dimensions:
18 1/4 x 30 3/4 in. (46.4 x 78.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

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Pirna: The Obertor from the South by Bernardo Bellotto

Bernardo Bellotto (1722–1780), an Italian urban landscape painter, created "Pirna: The Obertor from the South" in 1757 using oil on canvas. This work is a part of Bellotto's series of cityscapes depicting the town of Pirna, showcasing his meticulous attention to architectural detail and atmospheric effects. Bellotto, a nephew and pupil of the renowned painter Canaletto, was known for his precise and realistic portrayals of European cities, which contributed significantly to the veduta genre. His paintings are valued not only for their artistic merit but also for their historical accuracy, providing insights into 18th-century urban environments. Bellotto's work had a lasting impact on the development of landscape painting, influencing artists across Europe with his use of perspective and light. The painting exemplifies Bellotto's ability to capture the essence of a place, blending topographical accuracy with a sense of grandeur.

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Pirna: The Obertor from the South by Bernardo Bellotto

Created in 1757, Bernardo Bellotto's "Pirna: The Obertor from the South" is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the artist's precise and detailed veduta style, capturing the architectural grandeur and urban landscape of Pirna, Germany. The work is notable for its meticulous attention to perspective and light, characteristic of Bellotto's approach to cityscapes.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Pirna: The Obertor from the South