The Piazza San Marco

Deutsche Grafik 1850–1890, 1874

The image depicts a busy square in Venice. The view is from a slightly elevated perspective, showing monumental architecture dominating the scene. On the left is an ornate building with columns and carvings. In the center is a tall structure with red and earthy tones, with decorative reliefs at the base. To the right, there are classical buildings with arches and columns. The color palette includes warm browns and creams for the buildings and a vibrant azure sky. People in period attire, some with dogs, are walking around the square. Pigeons are on the ground. The brushwork is detailed, showing the intricate designs of the architecture and costumes. A red flag flutters on the right side.
Kunstenaar
Deutsche Grafik 1850–1890
Datering
1874
Soort
Tekening
Techniek
watercolor over black chalk on thick wove paper
Afmetingen
34,7 × 49,5 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The image depicts a busy square in Venice. The view is from a slightly elevated perspective, showing monumental architecture dominating the scene. On the left is an ornate building with columns and carvings. In the center is a tall structure with red and earthy tones, with decorative reliefs at the base. To the right, there are classical buildings with arches and columns. The color palette includes warm browns and creams for the buildings and a vibrant azure sky. People in period attire, some with dogs, are walking around the square. Pigeons are on the ground. The brushwork is detailed, showing the intricate designs of the architecture and costumes. A red flag flutters on the right side.

Deutsche Grafik 1850–1890