Capri 1857

Albert Bierstadt's 1857 oil painting "Capri" showcases the dramatic beauty of the Italian island with its rugged cliffs rising from the turquoise waters. The scene is rendered with meticulous detail, highlighting the textural variation of the rocks and the tranquil clarity of the sea. A lone figure in a small boat adds a sense of scale and underscores the vastness of the natural landscape. This painting exemplifies Bierstadt's talent for capturing the grandeur of nature and his fascination with picturesque European locales.