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Regata no Grande Canal perto da Ponte Rialto, by Francesco Guardi, unspecified, 1790

Regata no Grande Canal perto da Ponte Rialto

Francesco Guardi

1790

unspecified

From the collection of Calouste Gulbenkian Museum

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Overview

Regata no Grande Canal perto da Ponte Rialto is a 1790 unspecified by Francesco Guardi, a Rococo painting work, depicting Venice, held at Calouste Gulbenkian Museum.

Who painted this?
Francesco Guardi
When & what style?
1790 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
Calouste Gulbenkian Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a bustling scene of Venice, with numerous boats and people in the foreground. The city's buildings and a bridge are visible in the background, set against a blue sky. In the foreground, several boats are crowded with people, while others appear to be in motion. The artist's use of color and light creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The painting's attention to detail and sense of movement invite the viewer to explore the world of Venice. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to look up 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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