Artwork

In Montagna (In the Mountains)

In Montagna (In the Mountains), by Edoardo Perotti, ink, 1870
In Montagna (In the Mountains), by Edoardo Perotti, ink, 1870

In Montagna (In the Mountains) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Edoardo Perotti. It dates from 1870 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

In Montagna (In the Mountains) is an etching on chine collé by Edoardo Perotti, dating to approximately 1870. This black-and-white print depicts a serene mountain landscape.

Subject & Meaning

The scene focuses on three prominent, twisted trees set against a mountainous backdrop. A rocky slope descends to a small body of water, where two diminutive figures are positioned near the edge, suggesting human presence in a natural setting.

Technique & Style

Perotti utilized etching to achieve fine, detailed lines throughout the composition. Shading techniques create depth, particularly in the solid appearance of the trees and the openness of the sky.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1870, specific details regarding the print's provenance and exhibition history are not provided in available information.

Context

As an etching, In Montagna exemplifies 19th-century printmaking techniques, where metal plates were used to produce sharp, detailed images. This method allowed for clear line visibility, characteristic of the era's etchings.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.