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View of the Square in Amalfi

Unknown

1835

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Romanticism Early 19th Century Cityscape

Dominant colour

View of the Square in Amalfi is a 1835 by Unknown, a Romanticism work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1835 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows a busy town square with a tall church at the center. The church has a clock tower, arched walkways, and a wide staircase leading up to its entrance. People are walking, chatting, and standing around a fountain at the base of the stairs. Shops line the sides, with signs like "VILREFII" and "Bottega del Pesce." The buildings are painted in soft colors, and a rocky hill rises in the background. The artist included small details like a basket of fruit and a few potted plants to make the scene feel lively. The way light and shadow play on the buildings gives depth to the image. Next, check out chiaroscuro to see how artists use light and dark for drama.