View on the Quirinal Hill, Rome
The Met
Artist: Simon Denis(Flemish, Antwerp 1755–1813 Naples)
Date: 1800
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on paper, laid down on canvas
Dimensions: 11 5/8 x 16 1/8 in. (29.5 x 41 cm)
Credit Line: The Whitney Collection, Gift of Wheelock Whitney III, and Purchase, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Charles S. McVeigh, by exchange, 2003
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A town with terracotta roofs and green hills under a clear, light blue sky
Detailed Description
A panoramic view shows a town nestled among rolling hills under a vast, clear sky. The upper half of the image is dominated by a pale blue sky, with a few faint, wispy clouds visible in the distance. Below the sky, a series of undulating green hills extends across the horizon, with some areas appearing lighter green than others. In the far distance on the left, a faint outline of a more extensive settlement can be seen. The middle ground and foreground are filled with a cluster of buildings, characterized by their warm, earthy tones of ochre, brown, and terracotta. Most roofs are tiled in shades of reddish-brown. On the left, a prominent building with a dark, sloped roof features a small, distinctive pine-like tree growing on its peak, next to a small cross. Towards the center, a square, light brown tower rises above other structures, and a cluster of vibrant green trees stands behind it. Further to the right, a building with a grey dome and another cross on its spire is visible. The buildings are densely packed, with some facades illuminated by a soft light and others falling into shadow. A tall, light-colored building with multiple windows is visible on the far right, partially obscured by a darker structure in the foreground.
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