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Arcadian Landscape with a Satyr Family

Carl Wilhelm Kolbe

1759

ink

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism 18th Century Landscape

Dominant colour

Arcadian Landscape with a Satyr Family is a 1759 ink by Carl Wilhelm Kolbe, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Carl Wilhelm Kolbe
When & what style?: 1759 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with trees, a stream, and a few figures. In the foreground, a woman and a child are by the water's edge, while a satyr is in the background. The scene is tranquil, with lush greenery and a few clouds in the sky. The artist has used a range of tones to create depth and texture in the painting. The trees and foliage are detailed, with intricate lines and shading. The figures are also well-defined, with expressive facial features. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.