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View of salt shack at large salt pan in Trapani, 1778. Creator: Louis Ducros
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View of salt shack at large salt pan in Trapani, 1778. Creator: Louis Ducros
View of salt shack at large salt pan in Trapani, 1778. Drawing from the album Voyage to Italy, Sicily and Malta
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This 18th-century drawing by Louis Ducros, titled 'View of salt shack at large salt pan in Trapani,' offers a glimpse into the industrial landscape of Sicily, Italy, during the Romantic Era. Ducros, a Swiss artist, created this detailed chalk on paper sketch as part of his album 'Voyage to Italy, Sicily and Malta.' The image depicts a salt shack situated on the edge of a vast salt pan in Trapani. The salt pan, a large, shallow body of water, is used for the evaporation of seawater to extract salt. The shack, with its conical roof and simple, rustic design, stands out against the expansive, white salt flats. The background is populated with figures, adding a sense of scale and activity to the scene. The drawing showcases the intricacies of the salt extraction process during this period, which was a significant industry in Sicily. The use of chalk on paper gives the image a delicate, textured quality, while the muted colors add to the romantic, dreamlike atmosphere. This drawing is a valuable historical record of the salt industry in Sicily during the 18th century and a testament to the artistic talent of Louis Ducros. It is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, and serves as an important addition to the museum's extensive collection of European art and heritage.
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