Landscape with a Town by a River 1680 - 1767

"Landscape with a Town by a River" is a drawing by Italian artist Anton Maria Zanetti the Elder, created between 1680 and 1767. The drawing depicts a serene landscape scene featuring a river winding its way through rolling hills, a small town nestled amongst the greenery, and a group of figures on horseback in the foreground. The delicate use of brown washes and pen lines creates a sense of depth and atmospheric perspective, characteristic of 18th-century landscape drawings. This artwork is currently part of the permanent collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The drawing's meticulous detail and tranquil subject matter reflect the artistic sensibilities of the era and offer a glimpse into the rural life of 18th-century Italy.