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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story of the work:

"View of the Brenta, near Dolo" is a landscape painting by Giambattista Cimaroli, created in 1800, which captures the serene beauty of the Brenta River in Italy, reflecting the Romantic interest in nature and the picturesque. Cimaroli, an Italian painter associated with the Venetian school, is known for his ability to convey atmospheric effects and the interplay of light and shadow in his works, although specific details about his life and career remain largely undocumented.

Description of the work:

"View of the Brenta, near Dolo" by Giambattista Cimaroli, created in 1800, depicts a serene landscape characterized by a gentle river winding through lush greenery, with soft, atmospheric lighting that suggests a tranquil moment in nature. The composition is enhanced by the careful rendering of reflections in the water and the delicate interplay of light and shadow across the foliage and sky.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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View of the Brenta, near Dolo