View of a Village with Figures in the Foreground
1723
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
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Marco Ricci
Marco Ricci (1676–1730) was an artist, born in Belluno.
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From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
View of a Village with Figures in the Foreground is a 1723 by Marco Ricci, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This image is a black-and-white etching of a quiet village scene. A winding road cuts through the middle, with small houses and a church in the background. In the foreground, a big tree stands near a river, and a few people are walking or resting by the water. The artist used fine lines to show details like leaves, buildings, and even the folds in people’s clothes. Notice how the light and shadow create depth, making the scene feel three-dimensional. The artist focused on everyday life, not grand events. If you like this style, look up Baroque next.
Marco Ricci (1676–1730) was an artist, born in Belluno.
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