Who painted Grand Canal, Venice?

Grand Canal, Venice was painted by Frank Duveneck in 1883.

Where can I see Grand Canal, Venice?

Grand Canal, Venice is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Grand Canal, Venice?

Grand Canal, Venice is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Grand Canal, Venice?

Museum-quality prints of Grand Canal, Venice are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Grand Canal, Venice

Frank Duveneck , 1883

Grand Canal, Venice is a print by the Impressionist artist Frank Duveneck. It dates from 1883 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1921.236
Credit line: Gift of Ralph King

About this work

Overview

Grand Canal, Venice is a print by Frank Duveneck, created in 1883. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene harbor scene with a large ship anchored in the water, a church tower, and a row of buildings along the shore. The composition focuses on the interplay of shapes and light.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by loose, quick lines and a contrast between dark ink and a light background. The artist's use of a few swift strokes to suggest the water's ripples is typical of 19th-century cityscape studies.