Amalfi (1841) by John Ruskin

Amalfi - John Ruskin - 1841

Artwork Information

TitleAmalfi
ArtistJohn Ruskin
Date1841
Art MovementRomanticism

About Amalfi

The artwork, titled “Amalfi,” was created in 1841 by the artist John Ruskin. It belongs to the Romanticism art movement and is categorized under the cityscape genre.

The artwork depicts a detailed sketch of a coastal Italian city nestled at the base of rugged hills. The buildings, with their distinct architectural features, rise organically from the shore towards the mountainous background, showcasing a blend of nature and urban landscape. The town’s architecture is meticulously rendered, emphasizing the romantic appeal of the scene. The serene coastal setting, coupled with the grandeur of the looming hills, evokes a sense of tranquility and majesty that is characteristic of the Romanticism movement.

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