Artwork
Corso Sant'Anastasia, Verona, with the Palace of Prince Maffei
Corso Sant'Anastasia, Verona, with the Palace of Prince Maffei is a watercolor work on paper by the Romanticist artist Richard Parkes Bonington. It dates from 1826 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Corso Sant'Anastasia, Verona, with the Palace of Prince Maffei is a watercolour by Richard Parkes Bonington, created using a technique that conveys a sense of spontaneity.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a street scene in Verona, featuring a prominent palace in the background, capturing a moment in the Italian city's urban landscape.
Technique & Style
Bonington's watercolour is characterized by quick brushstrokes and loose lines, achieving a lively effect despite being based on a prior drawing, showcasing his innovative approach to the medium.
History & Provenance
Bonington produced this work after making several drawings in Verona, later developing them into watercolours during his time in Paris, where he gained recognition for his original use of watercolour.
Artist & collection
Artist
Richard Parkes Bonington (25 October 1802 – 23 September 1828) was an English Romantic landscape painter.
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