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.
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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
Print
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.