Waterval bij de San Rocco brug in Tivoli

About this artwork

Purchased with the support of the F.G. Waller-Fonds

Art Historical Context

This etching by Albert Christoph Dies captures the dramatic waterfall near the San Rocco bridge in Tivoli, Italy—a site long celebrated for its natural beauty and ancient Roman ruins. Created in 1795, the work reflects the era’s fascination with picturesque Italian landscapes, which drew artists and travelers during the Grand Tour. Dies, a German painter and printmaker active in Rome, specialized in such vedute, translating the cascading waters and rugged terrain into fine linear detail. Etching was a favored medium at the time for its ability to convey texture and light with precision, allowing wider circulation of scenic views among collectors. The print’s generous dimensions further emphasize the scene’s grandeur, inviting viewers to appreciate Tivoli’s timeless appeal. Acquired with support from the F.G. Waller-Fonds, this work preserves a moment of 18th-century artistic exploration.

About the Artist

Albert Christoph Dies · 1755–1822

Albert Christoph Dies (1755–1822) was a German painter and writer who spent a significant portion of his career in Italy, working in the landscape tradition that drew so many Northern European artists to Rome during the late eighteenth century. Born in Hanover, Dies trained in the artistic milieu of the time and eventually made his way to Rome, where he became part of the community of German-speak...