Arcadian Landscape with Figures near an Obelisk
c. 1674 - c. 1695
Medium
red chalk; framing line in red chalk
Dimensions
250; 340
About this artwork
hoogte 340 mm x breedte 250 mm
Art Historical Context
Johannes Glauber's "Arcadian Landscape with Figures near an Obelisk" captures the enduring appeal of idealized nature that flourished in European art during the late seventeenth century. Created between roughly 1674 and 1695, the drawing evokes the serene, pastoral world of ancient Arcadia, where classical ruins such as the prominent obelisk coexist harmoniously with graceful figures and lush surroundings. Such scenes reflected the period's fascination with antiquity and the desire to blend human presence with timeless natural beauty. Executed in red chalk with a matching framing line, the wo...