The Waterfalls at Tivoli
1790
gouache
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1790
gouache
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Waterfalls at Tivoli is a 1790 gouache by Louis Ducros, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a lush landscape with a waterfall in the center. The scene is set in a valley surrounded by trees and rocky cliffs, with a few buildings visible in the distance. In the foreground, a person in a red robe sits on the ground, accompanied by a few animals. The artist has used watercolor and gouache to create a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting. The use of light and shadow adds to the overall mood of the scene, which is one of serenity and tranquility. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.
