Extensive Pastoral Landscape 1676 - 1730

Marco Ricci's "Extensive Pastoral Landscape" is a vibrant depiction of a serene countryside scene. This Italian Baroque painting showcases the artist's expertise in landscape painting, evident in the meticulous detail of the trees, rolling hills, and distant structures. The figures, likely shepherds tending to their livestock, add a sense of scale and activity to the composition. The painting's rich palette and evocative light, particularly the soft, hazy sky, create a sense of tranquility and evoke a feeling of the vastness of the natural world. This piece is a testament to Ricci's skill and his contribution to the flourishing of landscape painting in the 18th century.