The artwork, titled “The Punta della Dogana,” was created by the renowned artist Canaletto in 1730 in Venice, Italy. This Baroque cityscape, rendered in oil on canvas, measures 46 by 63.4 centimeters and currently resides in the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, Austria.
The painting depicts a bustling scene of the Punta della Dogana in Venice, showcasing the splendid architecture and the maritime activity. In the foreground, several gondoliers are engaged in navigating their vessels through the waters, while larger sails and boats rest farther back. The right side of the artwork features a prominent classical structure, with the domes and spires of Venetian buildings rising gracefully in the background. The play of light and shadow highlights the intricate details of the architecture and the movement of the water, capturing the lively essence of Venice during that era.