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View of Capri Italy 1882

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This captivating landscape unfolds a serene view of the Italian island of Capri, bathed in the golden light of a late afternoon. The composition is beautifully balanced, with tall, slender pine trees on the left gently framing the expansive sea and distant mountains beyond. To the right, a charming, rustic white building with a curved roof and a stone staircase adds architectural interest and a human touch. The scene is alive with subtle activity: figures in the foreground engage in quiet conversation, their relaxed postures evoking a peaceful, everyday moment. The artist’s brushwork is delicate yet precise, capturing the textural contrasts between the lush greenery, the rough stone walls, and the smooth expanse of water. The color palette is dominated by soft earth tones and cool blues, creating a harmonious and calming effect that invites the viewer to linger and breathe in the Mediterranean atmosphere.

View of Capri Italy 1882

August Leu

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1882

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5552 × 3906 px
700 × 485 mm

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