Vedută din Roma cu ponte Sisto

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From the collection of Romanian Academy in Bucharest

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Vedută din Roma cu ponte Sisto is an unspecified by Gaspar van, zis Vanvitelli Wittel, held at Romanian Academy in Bucharest.

Who painted this?: Gaspar van, zis Vanvitelli Wittel
Where can I see it?: Romanian Academy in Bucharest

About this work

This painting shows a wide river with a stone bridge carrying arches over the water. On the right bank, a few boats float near the shore, and people stand or walk along the riverbank. The sky is bright with fluffy clouds, and buildings with red roofs line the horizon, including a dome in the distance. The artist used soft light and shadow to make the scene feel calm and real. The way the water reflects the sky and buildings adds depth to the view. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how artists use light and shadow like this.