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Landscape and Three Figures
Landscape and Three Figures is a print by Carl Wilhelm I Kolbe. It dates from 1807 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Carl Wilhelm I Kolbe, a German artist known for his etchings, created 'Landscape and Three Figures' around 1807. The work is actually a print, not a painting, and is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a rural landscape with three small figures near a fence, surrounded by trees with thick trunks and deep green leaves. The figures, dressed in simple clothing, appear to be examining something on the ground, their heads bent in contemplation.
Technique & Style
The print showcases Kolbe's skill in capturing texture and detail, with the wooden fence and foliage rendered in a lifelike manner. As an etcher, Kolbe was adept at conveying a range of tones and textures through his work.
History & Provenance
Kolbe, referred to as 'The Elder' to distinguish him from his nephew, was a prolific artist who also wrote texts to accompany his visual art. 'Landscape and Three Figures' is now held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
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Artist
Carl Wilhelm Kolbe (20 November 1757/59, Berlin - 13 January 1835, Dessau) was a German etcher, graphic artist and author.
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