View of Marina Piccola, Capri: Afternoon Light
1851
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1851
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
View of Marina Piccola, Capri: Afternoon Light is a 1851 by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This painting shows a rocky cliffside with a small stream at its base. A crumbling stone building sits on the left, its walls weathered and windows narrow. The water is calm, reflecting the muted light, while the mountainside is rough and shadowy. The brushstrokes are thick in places, giving the rocks texture and depth. The lighting is soft, like late afternoon sun. If you like this style, check out Realism for more paintings like this.
