An Italian Walled Town Seen through Trees
1724
chalk
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1724
chalk
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
An Italian Walled Town Seen through Trees is a 1724 chalk by François Le Moyne, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a walled town in Italy, seen through trees. The town has tall walls and buildings, with a few trees in front of it. The sky is light, with a few clouds. The artist used red chalk on cream paper to create this picture. The chalk lines are soft and gentle, giving the scene a peaceful feel. If you like this painting, you might also enjoy learning about the Baroque movement.
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