The Doge Carried around the Piazza San Marco
1764
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1764
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This crowded scene shows a tall, skinny tower rising over a packed square. People fill the open space, some standing, others kneeling or lying on the ground. In the center, a group surrounds a small raised platform where a figure sits. To the left and right, grand buildings line the square, with flags hanging from windows and arches leading to domed churches in the background. The text below hints this is a special event—likely a public ceremony. Notice how the crowd stretches all the way to the buildings, creating a sense of chaos and excitement. If you like this busy, dramatic style, look up etching, drypoint, aquatint.
