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Partida do Bucentauro, by Francesco Guardi, unspecified, 1765

Partida do Bucentauro

Francesco Guardi

1765

unspecified

From the collection of Calouste Gulbenkian Museum

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Overview

Partida do Bucentauro is a 1765 unspecified by Francesco Guardi, a Rococo painting work, depicting Venice, held at Calouste Gulbenkian Museum.

Who painted this?
Francesco Guardi
When & what style?
1765 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
Calouste Gulbenkian Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a bustling scene of boats on a body of water, with a cityscape in the background. The boats are of various sizes and shapes, with some having sails and others being rowed. In the foreground, there are several small boats, while in the background, there are larger vessels and buildings along the shore. The painting is done in a style that suggests a sense of movement and energy, with loose brushstrokes and vivid colors. The artist has captured the play of light on the water and the buildings, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the work of Francesco Guardi, the artist who created this piece.

About the artist

Portrait of Francesco Guardi
Artist

Francesco Guardi

Francesco Lazzaro Guardi (Italian pronunciation: ; 5 October 1712 – 1 January 1793) was an Italian painter, nobleman, and a member of the Venetian School.

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