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Kids by a Pond
Kids by a Pond is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Filippo Palizzi. It dates from 1870 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Kids by a Pond is an etching on chine collé created by Filippo Palizzi in 1870. It is a representative work by the Italian artist, known for his rural genre scenes and depictions of animals.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a group of goats gathered near a pond, showcasing the artist's focus on rural simplicity and animal subjects. The scene is set in a natural environment, with the goats as the main focus, some standing and others lying down.
Technique & Style
The artist has utilized a range of tones to create depth and texture in the image. The etching technique has allowed for a high level of detail and nuance, particularly in capturing the different textures of the goats' fur and the surrounding foliage.
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Artist
Filippo Palizzi (16 June 1818 – 11 September 1899) was an Italian painter, known for his rural genre scenes with animals, mostly goats. His brothers, Francesco Paolo, Giuseppe and Nicola, also became painters.
