Old Walton Bridge over the Thames (1754; United Kingdom) by Canaletto

Old Walton Bridge over the Thames - Canaletto - 1754; United Kingdom

Artwork Information

TitleOld Walton Bridge over the Thames
ArtistCanaletto
Date1754; United Kingdom
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions48.8 x 76.7 cm
Art MovementBaroque
Current LocationDulwich Picture Gallery, London, UK

About Old Walton Bridge over the Thames

The artwork titled “Old Walton Bridge over the Thames,” created in 1754 by the Italian artist Canaletto, is an oil painting on canvas. It belongs to the Baroque art movement and measures 48.8 x 76.7 cm. This landscape painting is part of the collection at the Dulwich Picture Gallery in London, United Kingdom.

The artwork portrays the Old Walton Bridge spanning the River Thames, with a meticulously detailed depiction of the bridge’s architectural structure. Bathed in natural light, the scene captures a serene moment with people engaging in leisurely activities such as boating and strolling along the banks of the river. The sky, painted with dramatic contrasts of light and dark clouds, adds depth and dynamism to the composition. The lush greenery and calm waters further enhance the idyllic beauty of the scene, embodying the essence of 18th-century English countryside.

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