1762
oil
canvas
From the collection of Philadelphia Museum of Art
View between the Giudecca and San Giorgio Maggiore is a 1762 oil by Francesco Guardi, a Rococo painting work, depicting Grand Canal, held at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
This painting depicts a serene scene of the Grand Canal, with the majestic church of San Giorgio Maggiore standing tall in the distance. The sky above is a soft blend of blue and grey, dotted with wispy clouds. In the foreground, a group of people are engaged in various activities, such as rowing boats or standing on the shore. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye towards the distant church. The overall mood of the painting is one of tranquility and peacefulness. For more information on the artist behind this beautiful scene, 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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