View from Hill Overlooking a Harbor n.d.

"View from Hill Overlooking a Harbor" is a drawing by Flemish artist Jan Frans van Bloemen, also known as "Orizzonte". It depicts a picturesque landscape scene with a harbor in the distance, seen from a vantage point on a hill. The drawing is executed in brown ink and wash, with a focus on the delicate details of the trees, buildings, and water. The composition evokes a sense of tranquility and harmony, typical of Italianate landscape painting. Van Bloemen's work is often characterized by its realistic depiction of natural forms and its masterful use of light and shadow. This drawing, now part of The Art Institute of Chicago's collection, exemplifies his artistic skill and mastery of the landscape genre.