Campo San Giovanni e Paolo in Venice (c.1738; Venice, Italy) by Canaletto

Campo San Giovanni e Paolo in Venice - Canaletto - c.1738; Venice, Italy

Artwork Information

TitleCampo San Giovanni e Paolo in Venice
ArtistCanaletto
Datec.1738; Venice, Italy
Art MovementBaroque
Current LocationGalleria dell'Accademia, Venice, Italy

About Campo San Giovanni e Paolo in Venice

The artwork titled “Campo San Giovanni e Paolo in Venice,” created by the artist Canaletto around 1738, is an exquisite piece from the Baroque art movement. It is categorized under the genre of sketch and study and is housed at the Galleria dell’Accademia in Venice, Italy.

This artistic depiction of Campo San Giovanni e Paolo captures the intricate architectural features of the location with remarkable precision. The artwork consists of a series of detailed pen sketches that showcase various aspects of the piazza, including the façades of the buildings and the surrounding architectural elements. The lines are meticulously drawn, highlighting the elegance and grandeur synonymous with Venetian architecture of the period. Despite the simplicity of the medium, the artist’s adept handling of light and shadow brings depth and dimension to the sketches, subtly conveying the atmosphere of Venice in the early 18th century.

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