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Canaletto, circa 1735/1746

The image shows a bird's-eye view of a town square next to a canal. Buildings, trees, people, and activities are depicted in fine, intricate brushstrokes. The color palette is monochromatic in shades of grey and black. Figures on horseback or walking, along with boats in the canal, are visible. The sky is overcast with detailed cloud formations.
Artista
Canaletto
Datazione
circa 1735/1746
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
Acquaforte su carta vergata
Dimensioni
30,1 × 43 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The image shows a bird's-eye view of a town square next to a canal. Buildings, trees, people, and activities are depicted in fine, intricate brushstrokes. The color palette is monochromatic in shades of grey and black. Figures on horseback or walking, along with boats in the canal, are visible. The sky is overcast with detailed cloud formations.

Canaletto