Venice, Midday
1868
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
1868
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
Dominant colour
Venice, Midday is a 1868 oil by Félix Ziem, a Barbizon school work, held at Walters Art Museum.
This painting shows a serene view of Venice at midday. The city's architecture and boats are depicted in a soft, hazy light. In the foreground, a few boats are visible, with people on board. The city's buildings and towers rise up in the background, with a large dome on the left side of the painting. The overall atmosphere is one of calmness and tranquility. The artist's use of light and color creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting. To learn more about the artist's techniques, look up the technique of chiaroscuro.
