Palazzo of Count Widman
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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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Palazzo of Count Widman is a 1681 ink by Melchior Küsel, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white print shows a busy waterfront scene with a large ship docked near a grand building. People in long robes stand on a platform, while smaller boats float in the harbor. The sky is filled with dramatic clouds, and the buildings look fancy, with tall columns and detailed roofs. The text at the bottom names it as the *Palazzo of Count Widman*, suggesting this is a wealthy person’s home. The artist used fine lines to create depth and texture, typical of the time. Want to know more? Try looking up etching as a technique.
Melchior Küsel (1626–1684) was an artist, born in Augsburg.
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