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Pirna: The Obertor from the South, c. 1760 (oil on canvas)
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Pirna: The Obertor from the South, c. 1760 (oil on canvas)
3086895 Pirna: The Obertor from the South, c.1760 (oil on canvas) by Bellotto, Bernardo (1720-80); 46.4 x 78.1 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Trained by his uncle Canaletto, Bellotto worked for Elector Frederick Augustus II of Saxony and his prime minister at the court of Dresden 1747-58 producing cabinet-sized replicas (like this) for paying customers. To the right of the gatehouse at Pirna is Sonnenstein castle, on the left the Marienkirche. The town is now absorbed into Dresden); Italian, out of copyright
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Alcazar Bell Tower Fortifications Fortified Gate Gatehouse Italianate Rampart Rococo Saxony Steeple Vernacular Walled Walls Obertor Pirna
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This print showcases Bernardo Bellotto's masterpiece, "Pirna: The Obertor from the South" painted around 1760. Measuring 46.4 x 78.1 cm, this oil on canvas artwork is housed in the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Bellotto, a talented Italian artist trained by his uncle Canaletto, was commissioned to work for Elector Frederick Augustus II of Saxony and his prime minister at the court of Dresden from 1747 to 1758. During this time, he created exquisite cabinet-sized replicas like this one for discerning patrons. The painting depicts Pirna's iconic Obertor gatehouse as seen from the south, with Sonnenstein castle standing proudly on the right and Marienkirche on the left. This charming town has since become part of Dresden but retains its historical significance. Bellotto's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke; he skillfully captures the architectural beauty of Pirna's fortifications and buildings against a backdrop of dramatic clouds and lush trees. The composition exudes a romantic atmosphere that transports viewers back to eighteenth-century Germany. With elements reminiscent of rococo style and Italianate influence, this painting seamlessly blends architecture with nature. The bell tower stands tall amidst fortified walls while figures add life to the scene below. As you admire this remarkable print, let your imagination wander through time as you explore Pirna's rich history and marvel at Bellotto's artistic brilliance captured forever on canvas.
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