The Aventine from the Palatine 1873

"The Aventine from the Palatine" is an 1873 landscape painting by Walter Crane. The painting depicts a view of the Aventine Hill in Rome from the Palatine Hill. Crane captures the rolling hills, the ancient architecture, and the lush vegetation of the city in his signature Pre-Raphaelite style. This style is known for its realism and detail, as well as its focus on nature and beauty. The muted colors and soft lighting evoke a sense of tranquility and peace, inviting viewers to contemplate the beauty of the Roman landscape.