De Posilippo bij Napels

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height 101 mm x width 78 mm

Art Historical Context

Georges Michel's *De Posilippo bijels* captures the scenic beauty of Posillipo, a picturesque promontory overlooking the Bay of Naples in. This intimate work on paper, measuring just 101 mm high by 78 mm wide, likely dates from the artist's mature period (active 1763–1844). The Dutch title suggests it may have been part of a Northern European collection or inspired by 18th-19th century Grand Tour sketches, evoking the Romantic fascination with dramatic Mediterranean landscapes. Michel, a French painter aligned with early Romanticism, was renowned for his bold, atmospheric landscapes featuring...

About the Artist

Georges Michel · 1763–1843

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