Who painted The town and harbour of Trieste?

The town and harbour of Trieste was painted by Cassas in 1782.

Where can I see The town and harbour of Trieste?

The town and harbour of Trieste is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is The town and harbour of Trieste?

The town and harbour of Trieste is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of The town and harbour of Trieste?

Museum-quality prints of The town and harbour of Trieste are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The town and harbour of Trieste

Cassas , 1782

The town and harbour of Trieste is a watercolor work on paper by the Rococo painting artist Cassas. It dates from 1782 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

The town and harbour of Trieste is a watercolour painting created by Louis-François Cassas around 1782. It is a depiction of the harbour and town of Trieste, held in the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows Trieste's seaside town and harbour, with numerous boats and buildings along the shore. The scene reflects the period's interest in detailed topographical views, capturing the town's layout and surroundings.

Technique & Style

Executed in watercolour, the painting has a soft, dreamy quality. Cassas, associated with the rococo movement, brought a versatile artistic approach to the work, evident in its delicate rendering of the scene, including the light blue sky with clouds and the foliage on the hill in the foreground.

History & Provenance

Cassas began his career as an apprentice draughtsman at fifteen and later established himself as a versatile artist. The painting is now part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.

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Artist

Cassas

Louis-François Cassas (June 3, 1756 – November 1, 1827) was a French landscape painter, sculptor, architect, archaeologist and antiquary born at Azay-le-Ferron, in the Indre Department of France.