Who painted Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman?

Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman was painted by Carl Wilhelm Kolbe in 1797.

Where can I see Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman?

Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman?

Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman?

Museum-quality prints of Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman

Carl Wilhelm Kolbe , 1797

Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Carl Wilhelm Kolbe. It dates from 1797 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Giant Oak with a Seated Fisherman is an etching on wove paper created by Carl Wilhelm Kolbe in 1797.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a massive oak tree dominating the scene, with a small fisherman seated beneath it on a riverbank. The contrast between the tree's enormity and the tiny figure highlights the relative insignificance of human presence in the natural world.

Technique & Style

The work is executed in etching, a printmaking technique that allows for detailed and expressive renderings. The artist's use of this medium contributes to the intricate texture and atmosphere of the landscape.