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Bull-Baiting in the Campo Santo Stefano during the Venetian Carnival

Unknown

1750

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Galleries Scotland

Rococo painting 18th Century

Dominant colour

Bull-Baiting in the Campo Santo Stefano during the Venetian Carnival is a 1750 oil by Unknown, a Rococo painting work, held at National Galleries Scotland.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1750 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?: National Galleries Scotland

About this work

This painting shows a lively scene of bull-baiting in a public square. In the foreground, people are gathered around a bull, some of them holding ropes or sticks. The background features buildings with balconies and a tall tower. A notable detail is the use of chiaroscuro, a technique that creates strong contrasts between light and dark areas. This adds depth and drama to the scene. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to explore the work of another artist who also used chiaroscuro, such as Caravaggio.