View of Frankfurt_Main by Domenico Quaglio

View of Frankfurt_Main 1831

oil, canvas

tree

boat

woman

16_19th-century

germany

impressionist painting style

oil

impressionist landscape

possibly oil pastel

nature

oil painting

canvas

fluid art

surrealism

watercolour illustration

surrealist

watercolor

building

"View of Frankfurt am Main" is a captivating cityscape painted in 1831 by the German artist Domenico Quaglio, renowned for his architectural precision. This oil painting depicts the vibrant city of Frankfurt, showcasing the iconic skyline with its towering buildings, including the Frankfurt Cathedral, reflected on the serene waters of the Main River. The scene is illuminated by a soft, warm light, casting long shadows across the bustling waterfront, with a small boat gracefully gliding in the foreground. The painting's intricate details and realistic portrayal of the city contribute to its enduring appeal as a document of 19th-century urban life.

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stadelmuseum over 1 year ago

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On his travels through Europe, Domenico Quaglio was particularly fond of drawing medieval buildings. From these he developed city views (vedute) in his studio, which, due to their precision, are now of documentary value. In Frankfurt, Quaglio captured the city panorama extending to the north-east. On the left, the Leonhard Church and the cathedral stand out from the buildings on the northern bank of the Main. A view with more depth is impeded by the Old Bridge, which connects the old town with the former suburb of Sachsenhausen. There, the Dreikönigskirche and the Deutschordenskirche can be seen on the far right of the bank.