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The Fountains of Rome (Le fontane di Roma), Book IV, plate 21: View of the Cascade below the Organ from the Garden (Veduta della Cascata Sotto L'Organo nel Piano del Giardino)

Giovanni Francesco Venturini , 1688

The Fountains of Rome (Le fontane di Roma), Book IV, plate 21: View of the Cascade below the Organ from the Garden (Veduta della Cascata Sotto L'Organo nel Piano del Giardino), by Giovanni Francesco Venturini, 1688
The Fountains of Rome (Le fontane di Roma), Book IV, plate 21: View of the Cascade below the Organ from the Garden (Veduta della Cascata Sotto L'Organo nel Piano del Giardino), by Giovanni Francesco Venturini, 1688

The Fountains of Rome (Le fontane di Roma), Book IV, plate 21: View of the Cascade below the Organ from the Garden (Veduta della Cascata Sotto L'Organo nel Piano del Giardino) is a print by the Baroque artist Giovanni Francesco Venturini. It dates from 1688 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.
1968.119
Credit line
Gift of Jean Corser

About this work

Overview

This print, 'View of the Cascade below the Organ from the Garden', is part of 'The Fountains of Rome' series by Giovanni Francesco Venturini, created in 1688. It is a black-and-white cityscape held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a waterfall cascading down rocky steps into a pool, with a bridge and ornate building above. The title suggests it is a representation of a real location, captured with attention to detail.

Technique & Style

The artist employed shading techniques to convey texture and depth, making the water and rocks appear lifelike. The level of detail and dramatic presentation are characteristic of the artist's style.

Context

The work is associated with the Baroque style, known for its elaborate and detailed representations.

The Fountains of Rome (Le fontane di Roma), Book IV, plate 7: Fountain of the Tiburtine Sibyl (Fontana della Sibilla Tiburtina)
The Fountains of Rome (Le fontane di Roma), Book IV, plate 7: Fountain of the Tiburtine Sibyl (Fontana della Sibilla Tiburtina), Giovanni Francesco Venturini

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Who painted The Fountains of Rome (Le fontane di Roma), Book IV, plate 21: View of the Cascade below the Organ from the Garden (Veduta della Cascata Sotto L'Organo nel Piano del Giardino)?

The Fountains of Rome (Le fontane di Roma), Book IV, plate 21: View of the Cascade below the Organ from the Garden (Veduta della Cascata Sotto L'Organo nel Piano del Giardino) was painted by Giovanni Francesco Venturini in 1688.

Where can I see The Fountains of Rome (Le fontane di Roma), Book IV, plate 21: View of the Cascade below the Organ from the Garden (Veduta della Cascata Sotto L'Organo nel Piano del Giardino)?

The Fountains of Rome (Le fontane di Roma), Book IV, plate 21: View of the Cascade below the Organ from the Garden (Veduta della Cascata Sotto L'Organo nel Piano del Giardino) is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is The Fountains of Rome (Le fontane di Roma), Book IV, plate 21: View of the Cascade below the Organ from the Garden (Veduta della Cascata Sotto L'Organo nel Piano del Giardino)?

The Fountains of Rome (Le fontane di Roma), Book IV, plate 21: View of the Cascade below the Organ from the Garden (Veduta della Cascata Sotto L'Organo nel Piano del Giardino) is associated with Baroque.

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