Lake Nemi and Genzano from the Terrace of the Capuchin Monastery
The Met
Artist: Richard Wilson(British, Penegoes, Wales 1712/13–1782 Denbighshire, Wales)
Date: ca. 1756–57
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 16 7/8 x 21 1/8 in. (42.9 x 53.7 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of George A. Hearn, 1905
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A landscape with figures on a grassy hill, overlooking a lake, town, and distant mountains.
Detailed Description
A broad vista is depicted under a light blue sky that transitions to a soft yellow-orange on the left horizon. A few small birds are visible in the upper sky. In the foreground, a grassy hillside slopes downwards from right to left. On the right side of this hill, several tall, dark green cypress trees and a large, lighter green pine tree stand prominently. Further down the slope on the left, two figures are visible: one in a blue tunic and white shirt is positioned closely to another figure in a brown robe. On the right side of the foreground hill, three figures in brown robes, each holding a staff, walk away from the viewer. In the midground, a town with light-colored buildings, including a prominent structure with a tower, is situated on a cliff overlooking a valley filled with lush green trees and foliage. To the left of the town, a calm body of water, likely a lake, reflects the sky, with a small boat visible near its edge. Beyond the lake, a wide valley extends into the distance, dotted with more trees and faint structures. The far horizon features a large, light-colored mountain or cliff face, with a strip of water visible beneath the sky.
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