Artwork
Gathering Wood
Gathering Wood is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo. It dates from 1794 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Gathering Wood is a drawing by Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo, created around 1794. It is a representation of rural labor in a serene forest setting.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a group of people gathering wood, dressed in traditional attire and using various tools. The scene likely reflects everyday life in the Veneto region during the late 18th century.
Technique & Style
Tiepolo's work exemplifies the Romanticism movement, characterized by an emphasis on emotion and imagination. The drawing features a range of colors and varied poses among the figures, contributing to its expressive quality.
History & Provenance
The drawing is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo, son of Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, was active in Italy during the late 18th century, working in both painting and printmaking.
Artist & collection
Artist
Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo (August 30, 1727 – March 3, 1804) was an Italian painter and printmaker in etching. He was the son of artist Giovanni Battista Tiepolo and elder brother of Lorenzo Baldissera Tiepolo.
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