Who painted Fishing [La pesca]?

Fishing [La pesca] was painted by Antonio Fontanesi.

Where can I see Fishing [La pesca]?

Fishing [La pesca] is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Fishing [La pesca]?

Fishing [La pesca] is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Fishing [La pesca]?

Museum-quality prints of Fishing [La pesca] are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Fishing [La pesca]

Antonio Fontanesi

Fishing [La pesca] is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Antonio Fontanesi. It is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower right in plate: AFontanesi; by artist, lower center under image, in graphite [partially erased]: al nobile collega Signore ____; by artist, lower left under platemark, in graphite: prova non finita; by later hand, verso lower right, in graphite: D78

About this work

Overview

Fishing [La pesca] is an etching on chine collé by Antonio Fontanesi, dated 1864. It is a proof before letters, indicating it was printed prior to the addition of any text.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts two figures in a marshy landscape, engaged in fishing. One stands upright, holding a rod near reeds, while the other kneels beside them. The murky water and dark sky create a somber atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Fontanesi employed fine lines to convey light and texture, lending a sense of realism to the scene. The etching technique allowed for detailed rendering of the landscape and figures.