Campagna Landscape 1858

Arnold Böcklin's "Campagna Landscape" (1858) is a captivating oil painting that showcases the artist's mastery of depicting nature. The work, currently housed in the Alte Nationalgalerie in Berlin, Germany, portrays a serene Italian landscape featuring a meandering stream, lush vegetation, and a cluster of trees casting long shadows. Böcklin's meticulous brushstrokes and use of light create a sense of tranquility and evoke a sense of the Italian countryside. The painting is a prime example of Böcklin's early landscapes, which are characterized by their realistic details and romantic atmosphere.