Who painted Landscape with Small Group of Buildings?

Landscape with Small Group of Buildings was painted by Guercino.

Where can I see Landscape with Small Group of Buildings?

Landscape with Small Group of Buildings is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Landscape with Small Group of Buildings?

Landscape with Small Group of Buildings is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Landscape with Small Group of Buildings?

Museum-quality prints of Landscape with Small Group of Buildings are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Landscape with Small Group of Buildings

Guercino

Landscape with Small Group of Buildings is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Guercino. It is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1954.333
Credit line: Gift of The Print Club of Cleveland in memory of Mrs. Herman L. Vail

About this work

Overview

This drawing, created around 1704, is a work by Guercino, an Italian Baroque artist. It is titled 'Landscape with Small Group of Buildings' and is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene rural scene with modest buildings set amidst gentle hills and trees. The composition emphasizes natural details, conveying a sense of calmness and tranquility.

Technique & Style

Guercino's early style, characterized by vigorous naturalism, is evident in this work. The use of warm, earthy tones for the buildings and soft blue for the sky creates a sense of depth and atmosphere.

History & Provenance

The drawing is a product of Guercino's career, which spanned across Cento, Rome, and Bologna. It is now held in the Cleveland Museum of Art.

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Artist

Guercino

Giovanni Francesco Barbieri (8 February 1591 – 22 December 1666), better known as (il) Guercino (Italian pronunciation: ), was an Italian Baroque painter and draftsman from Cento in the Emilia region, who was active in Rome and Bologna.