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A eclusa de Dolo, by Francesco Guardi, unspecified, 1774

A eclusa de Dolo

Francesco Guardi

1774

unspecified

From the collection of Calouste Gulbenkian Museum

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Overview

A eclusa de Dolo is a 1774 unspecified by Francesco Guardi, a Rococo painting work, depicting Lock, held at Calouste Gulbenkian Museum.

Who painted this?
Francesco Guardi
When & what style?
1774 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
Calouste Gulbenkian Museum

About this work

This painting shows a scene of a canal in a town, with buildings lining the water's edge. The sky is light blue and hazy, and people are going about their daily activities. In the foreground, a group of people are gathered near the water, while others are walking along the canal path. The buildings in the background are rendered in warm, earthy tones, with some details of windows and doors visible. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the scene. To learn more about the artist's techniques and style, you can explore the works of Francesco Guardi.

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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