Who painted A Wide Riverscape with a View of Heidelberg Castle?

A Wide Riverscape with a View of Heidelberg Castle was painted by Christian Georg Schüz II in 1783.

Where can I see A Wide Riverscape with a View of Heidelberg Castle?

A Wide Riverscape with a View of Heidelberg Castle is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is A Wide Riverscape with a View of Heidelberg Castle?

A Wide Riverscape with a View of Heidelberg Castle is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of A Wide Riverscape with a View of Heidelberg Castle?

Museum-quality prints of A Wide Riverscape with a View of Heidelberg Castle are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

A Wide Riverscape with a View of Heidelberg Castle

Christian Georg Schüz II , 1783

A Wide Riverscape with a View of Heidelberg Castle is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Christian Georg Schüz II. It dates from 1783 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in plate: C. G. Schuz fec. [not deciphered] 1783.

About this work

Overview

A Wide Riverscape with a View of Heidelberg Castle is an etching on laid paper created by Christian Georg Schüz II in 1783. It is a cityscape print held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts a serene river scene with boats and pedestrians along the shore. A hill on the opposite bank is densely populated with houses and trees, topped by a prominent castle with towers.

Technique & Style

Schüz employed a range of lines to convey light and shadow, achieving a detailed representation of the scene. The use of etching techniques allows for a nuanced capture of textures and tonal variations.