Ehrenbreitstein
1845
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1845
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Ehrenbreitstein is a 1845 ink by John Pye, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a quiet village nestled below a steep cliff. On the hilltop sits a large, castle-like building with towers and walls. In the foreground, people sit under a big tree, some with sheep, while a small fountain bubbles nearby. The background has rolling hills, a distant town, and a rainbow over the scene. The artist used fine lines to create depth, especially in the clouds and trees. This style was common in prints of the time. Next, check out engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
