Ancona 

Hercules Brabazon Brabazon made this watercolor painting, Ancona, sometime in the 19th century. Brabazon was part of a larger art movement that responded to the rise of industrialization and urbanization in Europe. Artists began to critique the changes in society with imagery that idealized nature. Here, we see a scene from the Italian coastal city Ancona. Painted in the style of Impressionism, Brabazon uses light and color to capture a sense of atmosphere and movement. The city's architecture blends with the sea and sky, suggesting a harmonious relationship between humanity and nature. Looking at Brabazon's work, we can consider the art world of the 19th century. Artists who took this approach often challenged the established art institutions of their time. To better understand this painting, one might consider the social and economic conditions that shaped this artistic production. What role did art patrons and galleries play in promoting this type of art?