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Villa Outside the Porta Pia, by Herman van Swanevelt, ink, 1628

Villa Outside the Porta Pia

Herman van Swanevelt

1628

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Villa Outside the Porta Pia is a 1628 ink by Herman van Swanevelt, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Herman van Swanevelt
When & what style?
1628 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with a large villa in the background. The villa has a tall tower with arched windows and a tiled roof. In the foreground, two men are walking along a path, one carrying a bundle on his back. The scene is set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a cloudy sky. The artist's use of etching creates a sense of depth and texture, with intricate details in the architecture and foliage. The overall mood is one of tranquility, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful world of the painting. For more on this style, explore the Baroque movement.

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