Canal, Venice

Amerikanische Grafik 1902–1916, 1912

The image shows a Venetian canal scene from a slightly elevated perspective. The viewer sees both sides of the canal, with tall buildings obscuring the horizon. A bridge stretches across the water, with loosely sketched figures. The art style is characterized by expressive strokes, creating a dynamic and lively feel. The color palette includes rich reds, yellows, blues for the buildings, and greens, blues for the canal. Light blue strokes represent the sky.
Kunstenaar
Amerikanische Grafik 1902–1916
Datering
1912
Soort
Tekening
Techniek
pen and black ink and colored crayon, over graphite
Afmetingen
overall (approximate): 19,7 × 13,3 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The image shows a Venetian canal scene from a slightly elevated perspective. The viewer sees both sides of the canal, with tall buildings obscuring the horizon. A bridge stretches across the water, with loosely sketched figures. The art style is characterized by expressive strokes, creating a dynamic and lively feel. The color palette includes rich reds, yellows, blues for the buildings, and greens, blues for the canal. Light blue strokes represent the sky.

Amerikanische Grafik 1902–1916