Brunnen, from Picturesque Selections 1859

"Brunnen" is a lithograph by James Duffield Harding from his 1859 publication *Picturesque Selections*. The work depicts a tranquil Swiss village nestled amidst a picturesque mountainous landscape, with a small lake in the foreground and two boats at rest. Harding’s detailed rendering of the village, foliage, and mountains, combined with the gentle light and atmospheric effects, captures the idyllic beauty of this rural scene. This print showcases Harding's renowned skill in lithography, a technique popular during the 19th century for its ability to reproduce fine detail and tonal variations.