Where can I see A View of the Château de Pierre Scize on the river Saône at Lyon?

A View of the Château de Pierre Scize on the river Saône at Lyon is held by National Galleries Scotland.

What movement is A View of the Château de Pierre Scize on the river Saône at Lyon?

A View of the Château de Pierre Scize on the river Saône at Lyon is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

A View of the Château de Pierre Scize on the river Saône at Lyon

A View of the Château de Pierre Scize on the river Saône at Lyon is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist William Marlow. It dates from 1775 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.

About this work

Overview

A View of the Château de Pierre Scize on the river Saône at Lyon is an oil painting by William Marlow, created in 1775, and is part of the Scottish National Gallery's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene river scene with Château de Pierre Scize, a castle on a rocky outcrop, surrounded by trees and buildings, and boats on the river Saône. The tranquil atmosphere evokes a sense of peacefulness.

Technique & Style

The artist employed warm, earthy tones to capture the scene, rendering the castle's stone walls and foliage in rich browns and greens, creating a sense of idyllic calm.