Artwork
Landscape
Landscape is an ink print by Hans Thoma. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Markings
- Marked:Verso, stamped in black ink: COMISION NACIONAL DE MUSEOS / Y MONUMENTOS HISTORICOS / JOSE LUIS BUSANICHE / SECRETARIO GENERALE
About this work
Overview
The print 'Landscape' is a lithograph created by Hans Thoma in 1900. It is a representative work by the German artist, who was associated with the Karlsruhe Academy.
Subject & Meaning
The scene depicts a solitary figure walking a dog on a dirt path, with a herd of sheep grazing in the distance on rolling hills dotted with trees. The image reflects Thoma's focus on the natural world and regional life.
Technique & Style
The lithograph's rough, dark lines give it a simple, sketchy appearance. This is due to the lithographic process, where the image is drawn on a flat stone before being printed, resulting in a slightly uneven, hand-drawn look.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Hans Thoma (2 October 1839 – 7 November 1924) was a German painter. An alumnus and later professor of Karlsruhe Academy, he is known for his landscapes, portraits, and symbolic works rooted in German regional life and…
