Artwork
Italian river landscape with a broken bridge
Italian river landscape with a broken bridge is an oil painting by Richard Wilson. It dates from 1757 and is held in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum.
About this work
Overview
Italian river landscape with a broken bridge is a painting executed in oil paint by Richard Wilson, a Welsh artist, around 1757.
Subject & Meaning
The painting presents a serene Italian riverside scene, centered around a ruined bridge, highlighting the interplay between natural and architectural elements.
Technique & Style
Wilson's work exemplifies early British landscape painting, reflecting his training and experience in both Britain and Italy.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Fitzwilliam Museum's collection, indicating its significance within the context of British art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Richard Wilson (1 August 1714 – 15 May 1782) was a Welsh painter who specialised in landscape art and worked in Britain and Italy.
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