A Regatta on the Grand Canal (c.1740; Venice, Italy) by Canaletto

A Regatta on the Grand Canal - Canaletto - c.1740; Venice, Italy

Artwork Information

TitleA Regatta on the Grand Canal
ArtistCanaletto
Datec.1740; Venice, Italy
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions121 x 183 cm
Art MovementRococo
Current LocationNational Gallery, London, UK

About A Regatta on the Grand Canal

The artwork, titled “A Regatta on the Grand Canal,” was created by the distinguished artist Canaletto around 1740 in Venice, Italy. Executed using oil on canvas, this piece belongs to the Rococo art movement and epitomizes the veduta genre. The dimensions of the painting are 121 x 183 cm. Currently, it is housed in the National Gallery in London, UK.

The artwork vividly depicts a vibrant scene of a regatta occurring on Venice’s renowned Grand Canal. The canal is filled with ornately decorated gondolas and ceremonial boats, teeming with festively dressed individuals partaking in the event. On either side of the canal, grand Venetian buildings rise elegantly, their facades adorned with festive drapes and curious spectators. The clear, cloud-studded sky overhead enhances the illumination of the scene, casting a brilliant light on the water and the bustling activity below. The meticulous detail and dynamic composition of the scene transport the viewer to the lively atmosphere of 18th-century Venice, highlighting Canaletto’s mastery in capturing the essence of this historic regatta.

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