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Wallfahrts Kirche in Thyrol

Domenico Quaglio

1818

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Wallfahrts Kirche in Thyrol is a 1818 ink by Domenico Quaglio, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Domenico Quaglio
When & what style?: 1818 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This black-and-white print shows a quiet church nestled in a wooded valley. A winding path leads up to the building, which has tall, pointed arches and a simple steeple. Trees frame the scene, and a small stream runs along the bottom edge. The sky is soft with light clouds, and a few people walk near the church. The title says it’s a pilgrimage church in Thyrol, a place people traveled to for religious reasons. The artist used a mix of fine lines and shading to create depth, making the scene feel peaceful. Next, check out how this was made using lithography.