Cader Idris, with the Mawddach River
1774
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From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1774
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
The painting shows a mountain peak in the distance and riders on horseback in the foreground, heading towards a river. This scene is special because it focuses on the beauty of the land, not on heroic stories. Richard Wilson was inspired by his visit to Italy, where he learned to appreciate landscapes. You can learn more about landscapes like this one by looking at the work of artist: Richard Wilson (British, 1714–1782).
