Artwork

The Side Door of the Church of Santa Giuliana at Aquila Degli Abruzzi

The Side Door of the Church of Santa Giuliana at Aquila Degli Abruzzi, by Rinaldo Werner, watercolor, 1862
The Side Door of the Church of Santa Giuliana at Aquila Degli Abruzzi, by Rinaldo Werner, watercolor, 1862

The Side Door of the Church of Santa Giuliana at Aquila Degli Abruzzi is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Rinaldo Werner. It dates from 1862 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

The Side Door of the Church of Santa Giuliana at Aquila Degli Abruzzi is a watercolour painting created by Rinaldo Werner in 1862.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a small, arched doorway in a stone wall, with three figures inside. The contrast between the bright exterior and dark interior creates a sense of stillness.

Technique & Style

The artist employed chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to draw attention to the effects of illumination on the scene.

Artist & collection

Artist

Rinaldo Werner

Rinaldo Werner (1842–1922) was an artist, born in Rome.