An original 18th-century view of St Mark's Square seen through the arch of a gateway, by Giovanni Antonio Canal, known as Canaletto. In the foreground is the magnificent St Mark's Basilica, painted in detail by Canaletto in the evening light. In front of the church are people in scenes of everyday life. Further back are the column of St Mark and the island of San Giorgio Maggiore. The day is drawing to a close and there are a few clouds.
The painting, an oil on canvas, is dated 1756. The work is on display at the Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK.
Unique quality material
Print on handmade Amalfi paper Sheet size: 29 x 42 cm (11.4 x 16.5 in) With frame: 31 x 44 cm (12.2 x 17.3 in) Material: artwork printed on very fine handmade Amalfi paper with deckled edges Frame: light brown beech wood and wood pulp, handmade
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