Artwork

At Rotorua

At Rotorua, by Girolamo P. Nerli, oil, 1899
At Rotorua, by Girolamo P. Nerli, oil, 1899

At Rotorua is an oil painting by Girolamo P. Nerli. It dates from 1899 and is held in the collection of the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

About this work

Overview

At Rotorua is a 1899 oil painting by Girolamo P. Nerli, an Italian-born artist who worked in Australia and New Zealand.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts the geothermal hot springs at Rotorua, a notable feature of New Zealand's North Island.

Technique & Style

Nerli's work showcases his skill with oil paint, a medium he used to capture the natural wonders of his adopted countries.

History & Provenance

The painting is now part of the collection at the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

Legacy

Nerli's influence can be seen in the work of artists such as Charles Conder and Frances Hodgkins, whom he mentored or worked alongside.

Artist & collection

Artist

Girolamo P. Nerli

Girolamo Pieri Pecci Ballati Nerli (21 February 1860 – 24 June 1926), was an Italian-born painter who worked in Australia and New Zealand in the late 19th century, influencing the art scenes of both countries.