Santi Giovanni e Paolo and the Scuola di San Marco (1726) by Canaletto

Santi Giovanni e Paolo and the Scuola di San Marco - Canaletto - 1726

Artwork Information

TitleSanti Giovanni e Paolo and the Scuola di San Marco
ArtistCanaletto
Date1726
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions90.5 x 135.9 cm
Art MovementBaroque
Current LocationPrivate Collection

About Santi Giovanni e Paolo and the Scuola di San Marco

The artwork titled “Santi Giovanni e Paolo and the Scuola di San Marco” was created by the distinguished artist Canaletto in the year 1726. Executed using oil on canvas, the painting belongs to the Baroque art movement and measures 90.5 x 135.9 cm. It is classified within the veduta genre and is currently held in a private collection.

The artwork captures the architectural grandeur and tranquil daily life of Venice. The composition features the Scuola di San Marco and the Church of Santi Giovanni e Paolo, rendered in precise and delicate detail that exemplifies Canaletto’s architectural accuracy and mastery of light. A serene canal flows under a picturesque bridge, with gondolas gliding through the water, reflecting the essence of Venetian life. The warm tones of the buildings contrast harmoniously with the serene blue sky, enhancing the painting’s sense of depth and creating a poetic depiction of 18th-century Venice. Figures in the foreground add to the lively atmosphere, illustrating the city’s vibrance and dynamic character.

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