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Gardens, Cardinal Deti, Frascati

Melchior Küsel

1681

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Garden

Dominant colour

Gardens, Cardinal Deti, Frascati is a 1681 ink by Melchior Küsel, a Baroque work, depicting Garden, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Melchior Küsel
When & what style?: 1681 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a serene garden scene with a cardinal walking in the distance. The artist likely created this etching to showcase their skill in detail and texture. The garden's intricate pathways and foliage suggest a sense of calm, and the cardinal adds a touch of elegance. To learn more about this style of printmaking, look up the technique: etching.