1855
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
Dominant colour
Santa Maria della Salute, Venice is a 1855 oil by Edward William Cooke, held at National Gallery of Ireland.
The painting depicts a grand white church with a large dome, situated on a canal. The church's facade is adorned with numerous columns and statues, and a staircase leads up to the entrance. Several boats are moored in front of the church, and people are gathered on the steps. In the background, other buildings and trees can be seen, set against a blue sky with white clouds. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of serenity and tranquility. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of light and shadow, you might want to look into the technique of chiaroscuro.
Edward William Cooke (1811–1880) was an artist, born in London.
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