Piazza San Marco Looking East along the Central Line (c.1723; Venice, Italy) by Canaletto

Piazza San Marco Looking East along the Central Line - Canaletto - c.1723; Venice, Italy

Artwork Information

TitlePiazza San Marco Looking East along the Central Line
ArtistCanaletto
Datec.1723; Venice, Italy
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions137.8 x 204.47 cm
Art MovementBaroque
Current LocationThyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Madrid, Spain

About Piazza San Marco Looking East along the Central Line

The artwork titled “Piazza San Marco Looking East along the Central Line” is a magnificent oil painting on canvas created around 1723 by the renowned artist Canaletto in Venice, Italy. Exemplifying the Baroque art movement, this piece is a grand representation of the veduta genre. Measuring 137.8 by 204.47 centimeters, the artwork is currently housed at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in Madrid, Spain.

In this artwork, Canaletto presents a detailed and bustling view of Piazza San Marco, one of the most famous squares in Venice. The composition is centrally aligned, drawing the viewer’s gaze towards the imposing architecture of the Basilica di San Marco with its elaborate domes and arches. On the right, the Campanile di San Marco towers over the scene, casting a prominent shadow. The left and right sides of the square are flanked by the Procuratie buildings, showcasing a series of elegant arches. The square is animated with numerous figures going about their day, reflecting the vibrancy and activity of Venetian life during the Baroque era. The sky is adorned with billowing clouds, adding a dramatic backdrop to the harmonious architectural elements of the piazza.

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