Artwork

Santa Maria della Tromba

Santa Maria della Tromba, by Telemaco Signorini, ink, 1886
Santa Maria della Tromba, by Telemaco Signorini, ink, 1886

Santa Maria della Tromba is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Telemaco Signorini. It dates from 1886 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Santa Maria della Tromba is an etching created by Telemaco Signorini in 1886. The work is executed on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts a street or alleyway scene, featuring a large building with an archway and lantern, and a group of people gathered around something on the ground. The level of detail and texture suggests a focus on capturing everyday life.

Technique & Style

The scene is rendered in a realistic style, utilizing a range of tones and shades to convey depth and atmosphere. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the depiction of the building and the figures.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.