View of Bomarzo
17th century
Medium
Pen and brown ink and gray and black wash
Dimensions
sheet: 6 7/8 x 11 13/16 in. (17.5 x 30 cm)
Classification
Drawings
Department
Drawings and Prints
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Purchase, Catherine G. Curran, Jean A. Bonna, and Charles and Jessie Price Gifts, 2005
Accession Number
2005.227
Tags
Art Historical Context
Discover the enchanting *View of Bomarzo a 17th-century by Horatius de Hch that captures the picturesque hillside town of Bomarzo in central Italy. This intimate landscape showcases clustered buildings and winding streets, evoking the charm of Italian provincial life during the Baroque era. Hooch's precise rendering reflects the era's fascination with topographic views, blending Northern European draftsmanship with Mediterranean scenery—a nod to artists traveling through Italy for inspiration. Crafted in pen and brown ink with subtle gray and black washes, the work exemplifies the versatility...