Artwork
A Stormy Landscape

A Stormy Landscape is a gouache drawing by the Baroque artist Marco Ricci. It dates from 1725 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
A Stormy Landscape is a gouache drawing created by Marco Ricci around 1725.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a turbulent scene with people and animals in the foreground, set against a backdrop of trees, a building, and a cloudy sky. The figures are shown in various states of agitation, conveying a sense of chaos and turmoil.
Technique & Style
The use of gouache on kidskin backed with paper gives the drawing a distinct texture. The artwork showcases intricate details, including the textures of trees and the expressions on human faces, characteristic of the Baroque style with its dramatic lighting and intense emotions.
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