Who painted View of Venice [upper right block]?

View of Venice [upper right block] was painted by Jacopo de' Barbari in 1500.

Where can I see View of Venice [upper right block]?

View of Venice [upper right block] is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is View of Venice [upper right block]?

View of Venice [upper right block] is associated with Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of View of Venice [upper right block]?

Museum-quality prints of View of Venice [upper right block] are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

View of Venice [upper right block]

Jacopo de' Barbari , 1500

View of Venice [upper right block] is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Jacopo de' Barbari. It dates from 1500 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

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About this work

Overview

Created around 1500 by Jacopo de' Barbari, View of Venice is a large woodcut print on two joined sheets of laid paper, showcasing a detailed cityscape.

Subject & Meaning

The print presents a bird's-eye view of Venice, complete with ships, buildings, and canals, accompanied by a dramatic sky and a large face emerging from the clouds, holding an inscription.

Technique & Style

Produced using the woodcut technique, the work reflects Barbari's precise style, characteristic of his contributions to printmaking and miniaturist traditions.

History & Provenance

Following its creation in Venice, Barbari moved to Germany in 1500, becoming a significant figure in Northern European art, particularly in printmaking.