The bridge of Ariccia
Oil
WallArt
19th Century
173.0 x 120.0 cm
Civic Museums of Reggio Emilia
Artwork posted by the author from Rome to Reggio Emilia to witness the progress made thanks to a pension granted by the city. The work represents the bridge built by engineer reggiano Bertolini to combine the pass of Albano to Ariccia. On the right opens a view of the Roman campaign, sloping down to the sea, that is possible to see in the background.
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About this artwork
- Title: The bridge of Ariccia
- Artist: alessandro prampolino
- Original dimensions: 173.0 x 120.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Civic Museums of Reggio Emilia
- Medium: Oil
- Medium type: WallArt
- Color palette: Earthy
- Keywords: italian landscape , pastoral scene , historic bridge
Quick Facts
- Artist: Alessandro Prampolino
- Dimensions: 173 x 120 cm
- Notable elements: Bridge, castle, mountains, and figures
- Subject or theme: Roman countryside landscape
- Title: The bridge of Ariccia