Der Portikus mit der Laterne

Canaletto, um 1735/1746

The image shows a grand, arching stone structure framing a scene with detailed carvings on the pillars. In the distance, classical buildings are visible, along with sailing ships suggesting a harbor or river scene. The brushstroke technique is fine lines and crosshatching, typical of an etching, capturing textures of stone and foliage. The color palette is monochrome, with shades of black and white. The image balances shadow and light, adding depth and detail.
Künstler
Canaletto
Datierung
um 1735/1746
Gattung
Druckgrafik
Technik
Radierung auf Büttenpapier
Maße
30,1 × 43,4 cm
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

The image shows a grand, arching stone structure framing a scene with detailed carvings on the pillars. In the distance, classical buildings are visible, along with sailing ships suggesting a harbor or river scene. The brushstroke technique is fine lines and crosshatching, typical of an etching, capturing textures of stone and foliage. The color palette is monochrome, with shades of black and white. The image balances shadow and light, adding depth and detail.

Canaletto