1640
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest
Dominant colour
Harbour with Ruins is a 1640 oil by Salvator Rosa, a Early Baroque Italian work, depicting Ruins, held at Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
This painting shows a serene harbour scene with ancient ruins in the background. A group of people are gathered near the water's edge, engaged in various activities. The sky above is a soft blend of blue and pink hues. In the foreground, a large tree stands tall, its branches stretching out towards the viewer. The harbour is filled with boats, adding to the sense of tranquility. The overall atmosphere is one of peacefulness, inviting the viewer to step into the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, look up Salvator Rosa.
Salvator Rosa (1615 – 15 March 1673) is best known today as an Italian Baroque painter, whose romanticised landscapes and history paintings, often set in dark and untamed nature, exerted considerable influence from the 17th century into the early 19th century.
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