Palazzo di Spagna, Naples
1681
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Melchior Küsel
Melchior Küsel (1626–1684) was an artist, born in Augsburg.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Palazzo di Spagna, Naples is a 1681 ink by Melchior Küsel, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a busy waterfront scene with a large ship docked on the left. In the background, a grand building with tall columns and statues on the roof stands near the water. People in old-fashioned clothes gather on the steps and along the shore, some talking, others sitting or walking. The ship’s sails are detailed, and the building looks like a palace or important government space. The artist used fine lines to show light and shadow, making everything look three-dimensional. Next, check out the technique: etching to see how artists like this made their prints.
Melchior Küsel (1626–1684) was an artist, born in Augsburg.
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