Who painted Campagniolo romano?

Campagniolo romano was painted by Friedrich Nerly in 1833.

Where can I see Campagniolo romano?

Campagniolo romano is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Campagniolo romano?

Campagniolo romano is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Campagniolo romano?

Museum-quality prints of Campagniolo romano are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Campagniolo romano

Friedrich Nerly , 1833

Campagniolo romano is a graphite drawing by the Romanticist artist Friedrich Nerly. It dates from 1833 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:at upper right in graphite: Campagniolo romano; at lower left: schwartzes Stiefelleder/heller braun das Spornleder; below that: il Pettorale; at lower right: 141; verso, a graphite sketch of a lnadscape with three fishermen in a boat and a pen and brown ink sketch of dogs and horsemen drinking at a fountain; verso, printed in black ink : 85 [page number]; in graphite: F. Nerly 1833

About this work

Overview

Campagniolo romano is a drawing by Friedrich Nerly, created around 1833, using watercolor and graphite on a sheet of laid paper from a ledger book.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a man on horseback, dressed in a loose jacket and red sash, surrounded by quick sketches of other horses and people. The title, meaning 'Roman countryman', suggests the scene is set in the Roman countryside.

Technique & Style

Nerly employed watercolor for the main figure, while surrounding sketches were left as loose graphite lines. The use of transparent watercolor layers and rapid pencil work creates a contrast between detailed and spontaneous elements.

Context

The artwork is drawn on repurposed ledger paper, indicated by red ruled lines, showing the artist's resourcefulness in using available materials.