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The image depicts a view of a formal garden with statues. The horizon is not distinctly visible, as the scene is framed by trees and foliage. There is a variety of classical statues placed along what could be considered a pathway or courtyard area, with two figures close to us in the scene. The artwork appears to be an etching, characterized by detailed linework and a monochromatic palette. The play of light and shadow adds depth and contrasts the sculptures with the surrounding greenery.
National Gallery of Art · Print
Balpoggio, Villa of Duke di Ceri
Melchior Küsel after Johann Wilhelm Baur
- Date
- 1681
- Medium
- etching
- Classification
- Accession number
- 1975.23.18
- Credit line
- Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
- Time span
- 1651 to 1700
- Department
- CG-E
Portfolio and series
- Series
- Underschildliche Prospecten
Subjects and terms
- German
- Tree
- Male figure
- Statue
- Nature
NGA object ID 55212. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.