Who painted View of a Hilltown?

View of a Hilltown was painted by Jeanne Deny in 1789.

Where can I see View of a Hilltown?

View of a Hilltown is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is View of a Hilltown?

View of a Hilltown is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of View of a Hilltown?

Museum-quality prints of View of a Hilltown are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

View of a Hilltown

Jeanne Deny , 1789

View of a Hilltown is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jeanne Deny. It dates from 1789 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:upper right in plate: 77; lower left in plate: Van der Heyden pinx; lower center in plate: Du Cabinet de Mr. Le Duc de Choiseul/ De la grandeur de 27 pouces sur 19; lower right in plate: Jeanne Deny fecit; by later hand, upper right verso, in graphite: C926

About this work

Overview

View of a Hilltown is an engraving created by Jeanne Deny in 1789, presenting a cityscape in a print format.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving depicts a hilltown with buildings and trees under a cloudy sky. A prominent tree is positioned in the foreground on the right, while the town's structures occupy the middle ground, creating a layered composition.

Technique & Style

The engraving showcases intricate details achieved through the artist's use of cross-hatching, which adds depth, texture, and atmosphere to the scene, contributing to its overall mood.