Landscape with view of a village (one of three) by Christoph Murer

Landscape with view of a village (one of three) 1600 - 1615

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tempera, painting, glass

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medieval

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tempera

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painting

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landscape

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glass

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black and white theme

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genre-painting

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monochrome

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miniature

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monochrome

Christoph Murer's "Landscape with view of a village (one of three)" is a small, oval-shaped painting depicting a village nestled amongst rolling hills and trees. Executed in the early 17th century, the work is part of a series and showcases Murer's ability to capture the beauty of a rural landscape with a keen eye for detail. The painting was likely intended for a private collection, as its small size suggests it was not intended for public display. The piece highlights Murer's talent for depicting the intricacies of natural elements, making it a valuable example of his artistic skill and the flourishing artistic culture of the early 17th century in Europe.

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