Who painted Sorrento?

Sorrento was painted by Hans Thoma in 1909.

Where can I see Sorrento?

Sorrento is held by National Gallery of Art.

Artwork

Sorrento

Hans Thoma , 1909

Sorrento is an ink print by Hans Thoma. It dates from 1909 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Sorrento is a 1909 color lithograph by Hans Thoma, a German painter and professor at Karlsruhe Academy. The work is representative of Thoma's later focus on landscape subjects.

Subject & Meaning

The lithograph depicts the Italian coastal town of Sorrento, perched on a cliff overlooking the sea, with mountains and a cloudy sky in the background. The scene conveys a sense of serenity and tranquility.

Technique & Style

Thoma employed a range of colors to create depth and atmosphere in the work, characteristic of his approach to landscape depiction. The use of color lithography allowed for a nuanced and detailed representation of the scene.

Artist & collection

Artist

Hans Thoma

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…