Who painted "The Blue Pool" in the Rein Valley near Garmisch?

"The Blue Pool" in the Rein Valley near Garmisch was painted by Max Joseph Wagenbauer in 1806.

Where can I see "The Blue Pool" in the Rein Valley near Garmisch?

"The Blue Pool" in the Rein Valley near Garmisch is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is "The Blue Pool" in the Rein Valley near Garmisch?

"The Blue Pool" in the Rein Valley near Garmisch is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

"The Blue Pool" in the Rein Valley near Garmisch

Max Joseph Wagenbauer , 1806

"The Blue Pool" in the Rein Valley near Garmisch is a graphite drawing by the Romanticist artist Max Joseph Wagenbauer. It dates from 1806 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Blue Pool in the Rein Valley near Garmisch is a drawing by Max Joseph Wagenbauer, created in 1806 using a combination of media on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene landscape centered around a large pool of blue water, surrounded by rugged mountains with trees and greenery, and includes a few figures in the foreground to convey the scene's scale.

Technique & Style

Wagenbauer employed pen, gray ink, and watercolor over graphite to achieve a sense of depth and texture, creating a tranquil atmosphere that invites the viewer into the peaceful scene.