Who painted Diverse Views in and around Rome: Tomb along the Appian Way?

Diverse Views in and around Rome: Tomb along the Appian Way was painted by Herman van Swanevelt in 1653.

Where can I see Diverse Views in and around Rome: Tomb along the Appian Way?

Diverse Views in and around Rome: Tomb along the Appian Way is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Diverse Views in and around Rome: Tomb along the Appian Way?

Diverse Views in and around Rome: Tomb along the Appian Way is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Diverse Views in and around Rome: Tomb along the Appian Way?

Museum-quality prints of Diverse Views in and around Rome: Tomb along the Appian Way are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Diverse Views in and around Rome: Tomb along the Appian Way

Herman van Swanevelt , 1653

Diverse Views in and around Rome: Tomb along the Appian Way is a print by the Baroque artist Herman van Swanevelt. It dates from 1653 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1986.150
Credit line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Francis R. Zuppan in honor of Louise S. Richards

About this work

Overview

Diverse Views in and around Rome: Tomb along the Appian Way is an etching by Herman van Swanevelt, created in 1653, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene scene of an ancient tomb alongside a road, accompanied by a small building and trees, with people engaged in various activities. The inscription 'Sepultura in Via Apia' identifies the location as the Appian Way, a historic Roman road.

Technique & Style

Van Swanevelt employed fine lines to achieve a sense of depth and volume in the composition, rendering the trees and buildings with a tangible presence.