1762
oil
canvas
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
Dominant colour
L’isola della Giudecca con le chiese delle Zitelle e del redentore is a 1762 oil by Francesco Guardi, depicting Grand Canal, held at Kunsthaus Zürich.
The painting depicts a serene scene of the Grand Canal, with several boats and gondolas gliding across the water. The sky above is a soft blue, dotted with a few wispy clouds. In the background, the grand architecture of Venice rises up, with ornate buildings and bridges lining the canal. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting. The warm tones of the buildings and the cool tones of the water create a nice contrast, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this beautiful painting, you might want to look up 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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