1755
oil
canvas
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
Punta della Dogana e Santa Maria della Salute is a 1755 oil by Francesco Guardi, a Rococo painting work, held at Kunsthaus Zürich.
This painting depicts a serene scene of a canal in Venice, with a grand church in the background. The church's facade is adorned with intricate details, and its dome rises above the surrounding buildings. In the foreground, several boats are moored in the canal, while others are in motion, creating a sense of activity. The sky above is a soft blue, with a few wispy clouds scattered across it. The artist has used a range of colors to bring the scene to life, from the warm tones of the buildings to the cool blues of the water. The brushstrokes are delicate and precise, giving the painting a sense of depth and texture. Overall, the painting is a beautiful representation of Venice in the 18th century. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of light and shadow, you might want to explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
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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