Ponte Vecchio over de Arno te Florence 1886 - 1927

This is Guglielmo Taubert’s etching of the Ponte Vecchio over the Arno in Florence. It’s made with ink on paper, and it feels immediate, like a sketch, capturing a specific moment in time. The texture in this piece comes from the etching technique itself. You can see how the lines vary in thickness and depth, creating a sense of light and shadow. The reflections on the water feel alive, shimmering, and the buildings are solid and imposing, yet still soft around the edges. The tiny boat floating on the water is just perfect. It’s like a tiny mark that holds the whole composition together. It reminds me a little of Whistler, with its emphasis on atmosphere and mood. But Taubert has his own distinct voice, a kind of quiet intensity that draws you in. It's a reminder that art isn't about perfection. It’s about feeling and seeing and then capturing that feeling on paper, and Taubert does this beautifully.