Who painted Capriccio Landscape?

Capriccio Landscape was painted by Francesco Guardi in 1762.

Where can I see Capriccio Landscape?

Capriccio Landscape is held by Ashmolean Museum.

What movement is Capriccio Landscape?

Capriccio Landscape is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Capriccio Landscape

Francesco Guardi , 1762

Capriccio Landscape is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Francesco Guardi. It dates from 1762 and is held in the collection of the Ashmolean Museum.

About this work

Overview

Capriccio Landscape is a painting by Francesco Guardi, created around 1762. It is an oil-on-canvas work held in the Ashmolean Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene landscape with a central waterway, flanked by buildings and trees, under a cloudy gray sky. The tranquil scene invites contemplation, presenting a peaceful world.

Technique & Style

Guardi's loose, expressive style is evident in the visible brushstrokes and muted color palette. The painting showcases a fluid technique, characteristic of his later work, which departed from the more rigid influence of Canaletto.

History & Provenance

Guardi, a Venetian nobleman and member of the rococo movement, initially collaborated with his brother on religious paintings before focusing on vedute after 1760. Capriccio Landscape reflects this shift in his artistic focus.

Artist & collection

Artist

Francesco Guardi

Francesco Lazzaro Guardi (Italian pronunciation: ; 5 October 1712 – 1 January 1793) was an Italian painter, nobleman, and a member of the Venetian School.