View of the Brenta, near Dolo

Giambattista Cimaroli

Created:
Movement:
1800
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key Notes:
Pastoral landscape, Venetian countryside
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Dimensions:
32 3/8 x 44 1/2 in. (82.2 x 113 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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View of the Brenta, near Dolo by Giambattista Cimaroli

The painting "View of the Brenta, near Dolo," created in 1800 by Giambattista Cimaroli, is an exemplary work of the Venetian landscape tradition. Executed in oil on canvas, the piece captures the serene and picturesque scenery along the Brenta River, a subject popular among artists of the period for its idyllic beauty and cultural significance. Cimaroli, an Italian painter active during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, was known for his ability to depict natural landscapes with a keen sense of light and atmosphere. His works often reflect the transition from the Baroque to the Neoclassical style, characterized by a more restrained and harmonious composition. The painting not only showcases Cimaroli's technical skill but also contributes to the broader appreciation of the Veneto region's landscape in art history. While Cimaroli may not be as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, his contributions to landscape painting remain valued for their aesthetic and historical significance.

Description of the work:

"View of the Brenta, near Dolo" by Giambattista Cimaroli, created in 1800, is an oil on canvas painting that captures the serene landscape along the Brenta River in Italy. The artwork exemplifies the Venetian landscape tradition, characterized by its detailed depiction of natural scenery and atmospheric perspective.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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View of the Brenta, near Dolo