Frascati, Near Rome 1819

"Frascati, Near Rome" is a watercolor by British artist William Cowen, created in 1819. The work showcases a picturesque landscape of the Italian countryside, featuring a panoramic view of Frascati, a town known for its beautiful villas and gardens. The composition is dominated by a pair of tall pine trees in the foreground, framing the distant vista of rolling hills and a cityscape. Cowen’s meticulous attention to detail captures the serene atmosphere of the scene, evident in the soft light filtering through the trees and the delicate brushstrokes used to render the foliage and architecture. This Romantic-era watercolor exemplifies the growing appreciation for landscape painting during this period.