Who painted A River Bank with Mountains Beyond?

A River Bank with Mountains Beyond was painted by Franz Innocenz Josef Kobell in 1786.

Where can I see A River Bank with Mountains Beyond?

A River Bank with Mountains Beyond is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is A River Bank with Mountains Beyond?

A River Bank with Mountains Beyond is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of A River Bank with Mountains Beyond?

Museum-quality prints of A River Bank with Mountains Beyond are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

A River Bank with Mountains Beyond

Franz Innocenz Josef Kobell , 1786

A River Bank with Mountains Beyond is a drawing by the Baroque artist Franz Innocenz Josef Kobell. It dates from 1786 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:by later hand, lower center verso in graphite: [?] 4909 / S77

About this work

Overview

A River Bank with Mountains Beyond is a drawing created by Franz Innocenz Josef Kobell in 1786 using brown wash on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene riverbank scene with tall grass, scattered trees, and a steep mountain in the background, rendered in rough, textured strokes.

Technique & Style

Kobell employed a monochromatic wash technique, using varying shades of brown ink to achieve a soft, muted effect, emphasizing texture over detailed representation.

Context

This work reflects Kobell's interest in capturing natural landscapes, and its style is associated with the expressive qualities of Baroque art.