Venice: The Grand Canal from Palazzo Flangini to the Church of San Marcuola (c.1738; Venice, Italy) by Canaletto

Venice: The Grand Canal from Palazzo Flangini to the Church of San Marcuola - Canaletto - c.1738; Venice, Italy

Artwork Information

TitleVenice: The Grand Canal from Palazzo Flangini to the Church of San Marcuola
ArtistCanaletto
Datec.1738; Venice, Italy
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions47 x 78 cm
Art MovementRococo
Current LocationPrivate Collection

About Venice: The Grand Canal from Palazzo Flangini to the Church of San Marcuola

The artwork titled “Venice: The Grand Canal from Palazzo Flangini to the Church of San Marcuola” by the artist Canaletto, created circa 1738 in Venice, Italy, is an exemplification of the Rococo art movement. Composed using oil on canvas, the painting measures 47 x 78 cm and is a notable work within the veduta genre, capturing an intricate cityscape. Currently, this distinguished piece resides within a private collection.

The artwork portrays a vibrant and serene view of Venice’s Grand Canal, stretching from Palazzo Flangini to the Church of San Marcuola. The canal is depicted with a sense of calm, with gondoliers skillfully maneuvering their boats and people engaging in daily activities along the waterfront. The detailed architecture of the buildings lining the canal, bathed in delicate sunlight juxtaposed against a clear sky with scattered clouds, showcases Canaletto’s masterful ability to render textures and light. The harmonious composition and meticulous attention to detail evoke the charm and elegance of 18th-century Venice, providing a picturesque glimpse into the grandeur of this iconic city.

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