Artwork
Gardens, Cardinal Deti, Frascati
Gardens, Cardinal Deti, Frascati is an ink print by the Baroque artist Melchior Küsel. It dates from 1681 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Gardens, Cardinal Deti, Frascati is a 1681 etching by Melchior Küsel, depicting a tranquil garden landscape with a cardinal in the background.
Subject & Meaning
The scene conveys serenity through its intricate garden design, with the distant figure of a cardinal introducing an element of refined elegance.
Technique & Style
Executed in etching, the work showcases Küsel's mastery of detail and texture, particularly in the rendering of foliage and pathways.
History & Provenance
Created in 1681 by Melchior Küsel, specific provenance details are not provided in the available information.
Artist & collection
