1752
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Island of Madonna della Grazia is a 1752 ink by Francesco Guardi, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a quiet waterfront scene with a church and tall bell tower at the center. Boats float in the foreground, some with people unloading goods or rowing. A few small figures walk along the shore, and trees line the path near the buildings. The artist used quick, light lines to capture the scene, giving it a soft, sketchy feel. This style was common in the 1700s for quick studies of places. Next, check out Guardi, Francesco for more of his Venetian views.
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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