Artwork
Der Lattenberg bei Salzburg (The Lattenberg near Salzburg)
Der Lattenberg bei Salzburg (The Lattenberg near Salzburg) is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Ludwig Richter. It dates from 1830 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Der Lattenberg bei Salzburg is an 1830 etching on wove paper by Ludwig Richter, a German artist associated with both Romanticism and the Biedermeier movement. The work captures a serene rural landscape near Salzburg, characterized by meticulous detail and a sense of timeless tranquility.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a peaceful countryside scene with two figures by a river, a grazing cow, and a distant house on a hill. The composition conveys a sense of everyday rural life, evoking a nostalgic and idyllic atmosphere reminiscent of traditional German settings.
Technique & Style
Richter employed fine etching lines to achieve depth through the interplay of light and shadow. His illustrative approach, typical of his style, blends realism with a romanticized portrayal of nature and rural life, reflecting his influence by earlier Germanic artists.
History & Provenance
Created in 1830, the etching exemplifies Richter's contribution to the Romantic and Biedermeier movements. Specific provenance details are not provided, but the work is attributed to Richter's body of etchings from this period.
Context
The piece reflects Richter's focus on Germanic themes and landscapes, aligning with the sentimental and domestically oriented values of the Biedermeier era, while also touching on the romantic appreciation for nature.
Legacy
While specific legacy details for this etching are not outlined, it contributes to Richter's overall legacy as a prominent figure in 19th-century German art, known for bridging Romanticism and the more subdued, intimate Biedermeier style.
Artist & collection
Artist
Adrian Ludwig Richter (September 28, 1803 – June 19, 1884) was a German painter and etcher, who was strongly influenced by Erhard and Chodowiecki.
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Genoveva in the forest seclusion
The Sabine Hills and Rocca Santo Stefano Seen from Civitella
Children and Goats Resting by a Felled Tree
View of the Castle of Olevano
Der Watzmann bei Salzburg (The Watzmann near Salzburg)
Gegend bei Aichen bei Salzburg (The Region near Aichen near Salzburg)
In der Ramsau bei Salzburg (In the Ramsau near Salzburg)
