Who painted Ovindoli negli Abruzzi?

Ovindoli negli Abruzzi was painted by Georg Heinrich Busse in 1843.

Where can I see Ovindoli negli Abruzzi?

Ovindoli negli Abruzzi is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Ovindoli negli Abruzzi?

Ovindoli negli Abruzzi is associated with Romanticism.

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Artwork

Ovindoli negli Abruzzi

Georg Heinrich Busse , 1843

Ovindoli negli Abruzzi is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Georg Heinrich Busse. It dates from 1843 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:upper center in plate: Ovindoli negli Abruzzi; lower left in plate: G Busse del ed sc; lower right in plate: Roma 1843; lower center of plate in reverse: nella Campagna di Roma. 1843.

About this work

Overview

Ovindoli negli Abruzzi is an etching on chine collé created by Georg Heinrich Busse in 1843.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a mountain town, Ovindoli, situated on a rocky ridge in the Abruzzi region of Italy. The scene features a winding road, tiny figures, and a prominent tower, suggesting a real location.

Technique & Style

Busse employed fine lines to capture texture, detailing rocks and foliage. The etching technique, involving acid and metal plates, allowed for the creation of a detailed print with intricate markings.