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Aux Iles Borromeo [Lago maggiore] (On the Borromean Islands [Lago Maggiore])

Giberto Borromeo , 1865

Aux Iles Borromeo [Lago maggiore] (On the Borromean Islands [Lago Maggiore]), by Giberto Borromeo, ink, 1865
Aux Iles Borromeo [Lago maggiore] (On the Borromean Islands [Lago Maggiore]), by Giberto Borromeo, ink, 1865

Aux Iles Borromeo [Lago maggiore] (On the Borromean Islands [Lago Maggiore]) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Giberto Borromeo. It dates from 1865 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription
Inscribed:upper right in plate: 63; lower center in plate: AUX ILES BORROMEO (LAGO MAGGIORE); lower left in plate: G Borromeo sc.; lower right in plate: Imp. Cadart et Luce Paris
Markings
Marked:crown

About this work

Overview

Aux Iles Borromeo [Lago Maggiore] is an 1865 etching on buff laid paper by Giberto Borromeo, capturing a tranquil lakeside setting on the Borromean Islands.

Subject & Meaning

The etching portrays a serene lakeside scene with a prominent tree and a stone structure featuring an arched doorway and a window, set against the expansive Lake Maggiore and a cloudy sky.

Technique & Style

The etching technique imparts a textured, depthful quality, with varied, expressive lines contributing to the piece's calm atmosphere, aligning with Realist movement principles.

History & Provenance

Created in 1865 by Giberto Borromeo, specific provenance details are not provided in the available information.

Context

The work reflects the Realist art movement, which emphasized everyday, natural scenes, often focusing on landscape and light.

Legacy

While specific legacy details of this etching are not provided, it exemplifies the enduring appeal of Realist landscapes in printmaking.

Artist & collection

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Aux Iles Borromeo [Lago maggiore] (On the Borromean Islands [Lago Maggiore])?

Aux Iles Borromeo [Lago maggiore] (On the Borromean Islands [Lago Maggiore]) was painted by Giberto Borromeo in 1865.

Where can I see Aux Iles Borromeo [Lago maggiore] (On the Borromean Islands [Lago Maggiore])?

Aux Iles Borromeo [Lago maggiore] (On the Borromean Islands [Lago Maggiore]) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Aux Iles Borromeo [Lago maggiore] (On the Borromean Islands [Lago Maggiore])?

Aux Iles Borromeo [Lago maggiore] (On the Borromean Islands [Lago Maggiore]) is associated with Impressionism.

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Museum-quality prints of Aux Iles Borromeo [Lago maggiore] (On the Borromean Islands [Lago Maggiore]) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.