Torre del Greco (c1898)
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"Torre del Greco" by Marie Egner is an exquisite landscape painting that evokes a tranquil and serene atmosphere. Captured in this painting is a picturesque scene overlooking the Gulf of Naples, near the town of Torre del Greco in Italy, renowned for its vibrant seaside and historical context.The artwork, painted around 1898, showcases Egner’s adeptness with soft, layered brushstrokes that give life to the tapestry of colors in the sky and the subtle shifts of light across the landscape. The foreground features rustic architecture, possibly a local farmhouse or cloister, set amidst lush greenery that slopes gently towards the sea. The ruins and buildings hint at the passage of time and the enduring beauty of the location.Prominent in the background are the calming blue waters of the sea, meeting softly with the wide horizon. Above, the sky is a symphonic blend of warm oranges, light pinks, and cool blues, reflecting the timing of either dawn or dusk. This interplay of natural light and color creates a harmonious balance, capturing the quiet majesty of the Italian coast.Overall, Egner's "Torre del Greco" not only presents a beautiful view but also captures the essence of the Mediterranean environment enriched with history and natural beauty.
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Marie Egner was an Austrian painter.
Egner was born on 25 August 1850 in Bad Radkersburg, Austria. She took her first drawing lessons in Graz with Hermann von Königsbrunn, then went to Düsseldorf from 1872 to 1875, where she studied with Carl Jungheim. In 1882, she went to Vienna to live with her mother, but spent her summers at the art colony in Plankenberg Castle, near Neulengbach, where she took lessons with Emil Jakob Schindler until 1887. A study trip to England followed from 1887 to 1889. Shortly after, her first exhibition was held at the Vienna Künstlerhaus. She also exhibited in Germany and England.