Riva degli Schiavoni, No. 2
1880
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Frank Duveneck
Frank Duveneck (1848–1919) was an American artist, born in Covington.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Riva degli Schiavoni, No. 2 is a 1880 ink by Frank Duveneck, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a bustling waterfront scene. People are gathered on a dock, with boats and buildings in the background. The scene is rendered in dark lines and shading, with a focus on capturing the textures and details of the environment. In the foreground, people are engaged in various activities, such as talking or looking out at the water. The dock itself is made up of wooden planks, and there are several boats tied up along the edge. In the background, there are several buildings, including what appears to be a large stone structure with a tower. The painting's use of dark lines and shading creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. For more on the techniques used in this piece, look into etching.
Frank Duveneck (1848–1919) was an American artist, born in Covington.
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