Artwork
A Wide Riverscape with a View of Heidelberg Castle
A Wide Riverscape with a View of Heidelberg Castle is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Christian Georg Schüz II. It dates from 1783 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
A Wide Riverscape with a View of Heidelberg Castle is an etching on laid paper created by Christian Georg Schüz II in 1783. It is a cityscape print held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a serene river scene with boats and pedestrians along the shore. A hill on the opposite bank is densely populated with houses and trees, topped by a prominent castle with towers.
Technique & Style
Schüz employed a range of lines to convey light and shadow, achieving a detailed representation of the scene. The use of etching techniques allows for a nuanced capture of textures and tonal variations.
Artist & collection
