S Gesner Collection

Leda and the Swan, 1770. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Leda and the Swan, 1770

Forest landscape with a monument to Salomon Gesner, 1740-1800. Creator: Anon
Forest landscape with a monument to Salomon Gesner, 1740-1800. Salomon Gesner (1730-1788) was a Swiss painter, graphic artist, government official, newspaper publisher and poet

Man Reading a Book, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Man Reading a Book, 1764

Procession through a Rustic Gate, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Procession through a Rustic Gate, 1764

Fishing from a Window, plate three from Paysages Dédiés à M. Warelet, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Fishing from a Window, plate three from Paysages Dedies a M. Warelet, 1764

Couple Seated in a Glade, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Couple Seated in a Glade, 1764

Sheep by a Statue of Pan, plate five from Paysages Dédiés à M. Warelet, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Sheep by a Statue of Pan, plate five from Paysages Dedies a M. Warelet, 1764

Fishermen with Children, plate two from Paysages Dédiés à M. Warelet, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Fishermen with Children, plate two from Paysages Dedies a M. Warelet, 1764

Landscapes Dedicated to M. Warelet, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Landscapes Dedicated to M. Warelet, 1764

Shepherds and Sheep Resting Under a Bridge, plate seven from Paysages Dédiés... 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Shepherds and Sheep Resting Under a Bridge, plate seven from Paysages Dedies a M. Warelet, 1764

The Trellised Fountain, frontispiece from Paysages Dédiés à M. Warelet, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
The Trellised Fountain, frontispiece from Paysages Dedies a M. Warelet, 1764

Nymph Hiding in a Tree, plate eight from Paysages Dédiés à M. Warelet, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Nymph Hiding in a Tree, plate eight from Paysages Dedies a M. Warelet, 1764

Arcadian Landscape with an Obelisk, 1785. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Arcadian Landscape with an Obelisk, 1785

Three Sleeping Sprites with a Satyr, 1769. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Three Sleeping Sprites with a Satyr, 1769

A Shepherd and a Young Woman With Their Feet in a Brook, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
A Shepherd and a Young Woman With Their Feet in a Brook, 1764

Wooded Landscape with a Pollarded Tree, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Wooded Landscape with a Pollarded Tree, 1764

Villagers at a City Gate Greeting a Dignitary, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Villagers at a City Gate Greeting a Dignitary, 1764

Cattle Resting in a Grove with a Man Seated beside a Brook, 1764

Girl Carrying a Basket of Fruit, 1770. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Girl Carrying a Basket of Fruit, 1770

A Rustic Gate beside a Lake, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
A Rustic Gate beside a Lake, 1764

Wooded Landscape with a Herd of Goats and a Herm, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Wooded Landscape with a Herd of Goats and a Herm, 1764

Hylas and the Nymphs, 1771. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Hylas and the Nymphs, 1771

Figurine Seller with Two Girls, 1770. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Figurine Seller with Two Girls, 1770

Satyr Carrying a Nymph, 1769 / 1771. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Satyr Carrying a Nymph, 1769/1771

Two Satyrs in a Forest, 1777. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Two Satyrs in a Forest, 1777

Apollo with a Bow and Dragon, 1771. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Apollo with a Bow and Dragon, 1771

Two Shepherds in a Rocky Landscape, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Two Shepherds in a Rocky Landscape, 1764

Wooded Landscape with a Nymph and a Satyr, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Wooded Landscape with a Nymph and a Satyr, 1764

A Fisherman and Two Children in a Landscape with Thatched Cottages, 1764

Satyr Carrying a Nymph on His Back, 1769 / 71. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Satyr Carrying a Nymph on His Back, 1769/71

Fountain in a Summerhouse, 1764. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Fountain in a Summerhouse, 1764. [X. Paysages dedies a Mr. Watelet auteur du poeme sur l art de peindre, par son ami S. Gessner

Satyr family, on the move, 18th Century. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Satyr family, on the move, 18th Century

A Park with Figures at a Statue near Water, 1775 (?). Creator: Salomon Gessner
A Park with Figures at a Statue near Water, 1775 (?)

S. Gesner, (1730-1788), 1830. Creator: Unknown
S. Gesner, (1730-1788), 1830. Salomon Gessner (1730-1788) Swiss painter, graphic artist, government official, newspaper publisher and poet

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Salomon Gessner, a master of pastoral scenes and idyllic landscapes, transports us to a world of beauty and tranquility through his exquisite artworks. In "Leda and the Swan, " he captures the delicate balance between desire and vulnerability with meticulous brushstrokes. The ethereal figures seem suspended in time, evoking a sense of mystery. In "Arcadian Landscape with an Obelisk, " Gessner invites us to wander through a serene countryside adorned with nature's wonders. The obelisk stands tall as a symbol of ancient wisdom amidst lush greenery, inviting contemplation and reflection. Gessner's "Three Sleeping Sprites with a Satyr" enchants us with its whimsical charm. As we gaze upon these slumbering nymphs accompanied by mischievous satyrs, we are transported into their dreamlike realm where reality intertwines seamlessly with fantasy. With "Putto Visiting a Girl at a Fountain, " Gessner portrays innocence and joy in this tender encounter between youthfulness and purity. The playful putto brings life to the scene as he curiously explores the girl's presence near the flowing water. "A Shepherd and a Young Woman With Their Feet in a Brook" showcases Gessner's ability to capture intimate moments shared within nature's embrace. We can almost feel the coolness of the brook as we witness this quiet exchange between two souls connected by love for each other and their surroundings. In "Wooded Landscape with Pollarded Tree, " Gessner celebrates nature's resilience by depicting an aged tree that has been carefully pruned yet continues to thrive amidst its verdant surroundings. It serves as an allegory for endurance against all odds. Greeting dignitaries at city gates is beautifully portrayed in "Villagers at City Gate Greeting A Dignitary. " Here, Gessner highlights community spirit while showcasing architectural details that transport us back in time.