Artwork
The Waterfall of Marmore at Terni
The Waterfall of Marmore at Terni is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Jacob Philipp Hackert. It dates from 1777 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Waterfall of Marmore at Terni is a drawing by Jakob Philipp Hackert, a German landscape artist active in late 18th-century Rome.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts the Marmore waterfall at Terni, a notable natural site in Italy, framed by cliffs and foliage. Tiny figures are included to convey the scale of the landscape.
Technique & Style
Hackert's composition is characterized by precise renderings and the use of chiaroscuro, with light and shadow shaping the landscape. The drawing's edges are softened with haze, creating a sense of depth.
History & Provenance
Hackert likely created the drawing during a sketching tour in either 1776 or 1778, executing the work directly in nature. He was known to travel on foot with large portfolios to capture landscapes in this manner.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jacob Philipp Hackert (15 September 1737 – 28 April 1807) was a landscape painter from Brandenburg, who did most of his work in Italy.
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