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Riva Delgi Schiavoni, No. 1

Riva Delgi Schiavoni, No. 1, by Frank Duveneck, ink, 1880
Riva Delgi Schiavoni, No. 1, by Frank Duveneck, ink, 1880

Riva Delgi Schiavoni, No. 1 is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Frank Duveneck. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Riva Delgi Schiavoni, No.

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Inscribed:lower left in plate: FD [monogram, F backwards]; lower right in graphite by unknown hand: Bracquemond / from Mrs. Eleanor / Roosevelt / Collection

About this work

Overview

Riva Delgi Schiavoni, No. 1 is a print created by Frank Duveneck in 1880 using etching and roulette techniques.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a bustling waterfront scene with numerous people, tall ships, and buildings along the shore, conveying a sense of movement and activity.

Technique & Style

Duveneck employed quick, sketchy lines to capture the textures of the scene, such as the wood docks and rough-edged buildings, reflecting a style characteristic of late 19th-century artists who sought to represent real-life scenes.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Frank Duveneck

Artist

Frank Duveneck

Frank Duveneck (1848–1919) was an American artist, born in Covington.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Riva Delgi Schiavoni, No. 1?

Riva Delgi Schiavoni, No. 1 was painted by Frank Duveneck in 1880.

Where can I see Riva Delgi Schiavoni, No. 1?

Riva Delgi Schiavoni, No. 1 is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Riva Delgi Schiavoni, No. 1?

Riva Delgi Schiavoni, No. 1 is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Riva Delgi Schiavoni, No. 1?

Museum-quality prints of Riva Delgi Schiavoni, No. 1 are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.