1757
oil
canvas
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
Bridge of Augustus at Rimini is a 1757 oil by Richard Wilson, held at Fitzwilliam Museum.
This painting depicts a serene landscape with a stone bridge as its central feature. The bridge, adorned with five arches, spans a tranquil body of water. In the foreground, a figure sits on the riverbank, while another figure stands nearby. A few objects are scattered around them. The background is dominated by a hill, and the sky above is filled with clouds. The painting's color palette is subdued, with earthy tones that evoke a sense of calmness. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth to the scene, creating a sense of atmosphere. To learn more about the artist's technique, explore the use of chiaroscuro.
Richard Wilson (1 August 1714 – 15 May 1782) was a Welsh painter who specialised in landscape art and worked in Britain and Italy.
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