The Tiber at Fiumicino c. 1809 - 1812
josephusaugustusknip
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amateur sketch
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shading to add clarity
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"The Tiber at Fiumicino" is a landscape drawing by Josephus Augustus Knip, created around 1809-1812. The work showcases Knip's skill in capturing the tranquility of a natural scene, with the focus on the wide expanse of the Tiber River, framed by distant mountains. The subtle washes of grey and brown create a sense of depth and atmosphere, characteristic of Knip's detailed and realistic style. This drawing is a testament to his ability to translate the beauty of the Italian landscape onto paper, capturing the essence of the Tiber's serene expanse.
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The plain to the west of Rome, the low-lying land between the city and the Tyrrhenian coastline, was as good as empty in Knip’s day. The artist masterfully portrayed this desolation in this minimalist drawing. Nowadays, it is home to Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci International Airport, also known simply as Fiumicino, after the nearby seaside resort.
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