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Mountain View, Clagenfurt, by Melchior Küsel, ink, 1681

Mountain View, Clagenfurt

Melchior Küsel

1681

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Mountain View, Clagenfurt is a 1681 ink by Melchior Küsel, a Baroque work, 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 etching depicts a serene landscape with a mountain range in the background, set against a sky with clouds. In the foreground, a body of water reflects the surrounding scenery, while trees and bushes are scattered throughout the scene. Two figures are visible on the right side of the image, one of whom appears to be holding a long object. The artist's use of etching techniques creates a sense of depth and texture in the image, drawing the viewer's eye to the mountain range in the distance. The overall effect is one of tranquility and natural beauty. For more information on the artist's work, explore the art of Küsel, Melchior.

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