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Heroic Landscape with Rainbow, 1824 (oil on canvas)
3493251 Heroic Landscape with Rainbow, 1824 (oil on canvas) by Koch, Joseph Anton (1768-1839); 108.6x95.9 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: In 1814 the artist wrote " It is an area, as you would imagine Great (Ancient) Greece. I found the motive in the beautiful surroundings of Salerno on the way to Paestum, with antique towns bathed in striking light. One can also see the sea with mountains in shades of blue in the background. Shepherds and shepherdesses are partly in the brilliant light, partly in the shadow." ); German, out of copyright
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Bucolic Calm Calmness Goatherd Goats Mediterranean Mood Pastoral Rocky Serene Serenity Shepherdess Tranquil Tranquility
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This print of "Heroic Landscape with Rainbow" by Joseph Anton Koch transports viewers to a serene and tranquil world. Painted in 1824, the oil on canvas masterpiece measures 108.6x95.9 cm and is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Koch's inspiration for this painting came from his visit to Salerno on his way to Paestum, where he encountered breathtaking scenery reminiscent of ancient Greece. The artist beautifully captures the essence of this idyllic landscape, bathed in striking light that illuminates both shepherds and shepherdesses as they go about their daily tasks. The composition features majestic mountains fading into shades of blue against a backdrop of calm waters, creating a sense of serenity and tranquility. Goats roam freely amidst rocky terrain while the rainbow adds an ethereal touch to the scene. With its classical elements and references to antiquity, this painting exudes a romantic mood that transports viewers back in time. It evokes feelings of peace and harmony with nature, inviting us to pause and appreciate the beauty surrounding us. Through his masterful brushstrokes, Koch captures not only the physical aspects but also the emotional atmosphere of this bucolic setting. This print serves as a reminder that even amidst our modern lives, moments of calmness can still be found when we take time to connect with nature's timeless beauty.
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