View of Gulf of 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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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
View of Gulf of Naples 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. Ships with tall masts sit anchored near a crowded shore. People gather in groups—some on benches, others standing—while a few figures in robes stand out. In the background, buildings and a church tower rise over the water. The title at the bottom calls it a "view of the Gulf of Naples," but the artist used fine lines to capture every detail. Notice how the waves and clouds look almost like brushstrokes. Want to see more like this? Check out etching to learn how artists create prints like this one.
Melchior Küsel (1626–1684) was an artist, born in Augsburg.
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