Cascade in de tuinen van de Villa d'Este te Tivoli 1653 - 1691
giovannifrancescoventurini
pencil drawn
garden
aged paper
light pencil work
pencil sketch
old engraving style
personal sketchbook
sketchwork
pen-ink sketch
pen work
pencil work
"Cascade in the Gardens of the Villa d'Este at Tivoli" is an etching by Giovanni Francesco Venturini, created between 1653 and 1691. The artwork depicts a cascading waterfall in the famous Italian gardens, known for their intricate water features. Venturini’s detailed rendering captures the dramatic fall of water as it descends over rocky terrain, accented by the architectural elements of the villa in the background. The etching exemplifies the 17th-century fascination with the Italian garden, showcasing its design and natural beauty. This print serves as a visual record of the Villa d'Este, a popular tourist destination and a testament to Renaissance garden design.
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