Who painted Apollo Standing in a River Landscape?

Apollo Standing in a River Landscape was painted by Donato Creti in 1725.

Where can I see Apollo Standing in a River Landscape?

Apollo Standing in a River Landscape is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Apollo Standing in a River Landscape?

Apollo Standing in a River Landscape is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Apollo Standing in a River Landscape

Donato Creti , 1725

Apollo Standing in a River Landscape is an ink drawing by the Baroque artist Donato Creti. It dates from 1725 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Apollo Standing in a River Landscape is a drawing created by Donato Creti in 1725 using pen and brown and black ink on laid paper. The work showcases Creti's skill in blending different artistic styles.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts Apollo, a classical figure, standing in a river landscape surrounded by trees, bushes, and distant buildings. Apollo is shown wearing a cloth around his waist and holding another cloth above his head, posed on the riverbank.

Technique & Style

Creti employed a range of techniques, including varied line work and shading, to create depth and texture in the drawing. The use of different shades of brown and black ink adds contrast to the scene, reflecting Creti's academicized grand style with elements of Rococo and neoclassicism.

History & Provenance

Created in 1725 by Donato Creti, an Italian painter active in Bologna during the early 18th century, the drawing is mounted on laid paper, a common support for works of this period.