Gaspare Vanvitelli Entra en un
sensación no
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Elige un estado de ánimo y la propia sala te responderá: la luz se enfría o se calienta, el aire cambia su ritmo y solo las obras que evocan ese sentimiento emergen de la oscuridad. Todo lo demás retrocede hacia la sombra.
Gaspare Vanvitelli
Caspar van Wittel (1653–1736): The Father of Italian Veduta Painting Caspar van Wittel, or Gaspare Vanvitelli as he was known in Italy, stands as a monumental figure in the history of European art—specifically recognized as the father of Italian *veduta* painting. Born Jasper Adriaensz van Wittel in Amersfoort, Netherlands, around 1653 (the exact date remains debated), his artistic journey began amidst the turbulent backdrop of the Ram
pjaar – a period marked by French invasion and occupation – where he sought refuge in Hoorn. This formative experience instilled within him an unwavering dedication to observation and meticulous detail, qualities that would define his distinctive style and propel him to international acclaim. Following the influence of Matthias Withoos, Van Wittel joined the Bentvueghels association of Dutch artists residing in Rome, adopting the moni…
