Who painted Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman?

Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman was painted by Carl Wilhelm Kolbe in 1797.

Where can I see Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman?

Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman?

Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman?

Museum-quality prints of Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman

Carl Wilhelm Kolbe , 1797

Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Carl Wilhelm Kolbe. It dates from 1797 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in plate: C. W. Kolbe f.

About this work

Overview

Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman is an etching on wove paper created by Carl Wilhelm Kolbe in 1797.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a massive oak tree dominating the scene, with a small fisherman seated beneath it on a riverbank. The contrast between the tree's enormity and the tiny figure highlights the relative insignificance of human presence in the natural world.

Technique & Style

The work is executed in etching, a printmaking technique that allows for detailed and expressive renderings. The artist's use of this medium contributes to the intricate texture and atmosphere of the landscape.