A Gondola on the Grand Canal, Venice

Britische Grafik 1851–1867, 1866

The image shows a canal scene in a bustling city. On the right, there are ornately decorated buildings with intricate carvings and balconies, adorned with colorful awnings and flags. The horizon is low, aligning with the rooftops under a clear blue sky. The water is turquoise and reflects the activity on the canal, with various small boats, including gondolas and sailing vessels. The brushstrokes are delicate and detailed, especially in depicting architectural elements and the rippling water. The color palette consists of azure blues, warm earth tones, and bright splashes of colors from fabrics and boat sails, contrasting with the sky and water.
Artist
Britische Grafik 1851–1867
Date
1866
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor over graphite with gouache on wove paper, laid down
Dimensions
45.4 × 35.5 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows a canal scene in a bustling city. On the right, there are ornately decorated buildings with intricate carvings and balconies, adorned with colorful awnings and flags. The horizon is low, aligning with the rooftops under a clear blue sky. The water is turquoise and reflects the activity on the canal, with various small boats, including gondolas and sailing vessels. The brushstrokes are delicate and detailed, especially in depicting architectural elements and the rippling water. The color palette consists of azure blues, warm earth tones, and bright splashes of colors from fabrics and boat sails, contrasting with the sky and water.

Britische Grafik 1851–1867