Italian landscape 

Eduard Wilhelm Pose, a German artist born in 1812, painted a picturesque landscape, showcasing the beauty of the Italian countryside. The painting, currently housed in the Städel Museum, captures the essence of a serene, sun-drenched valley. The distant mountains and the winding river create a sense of depth and tranquility, further enhanced by the soft, harmonious palette used by Pose. This watercolor, likely created during Pose's travels in Italy, exemplifies the Romantic movement's fascination with nature and its inspiring power.