Artwork
Views of Venice: Piazza and Piazzetta

Views of Venice: Piazza and Piazzetta is a print by the Baroque artist Michele Marieschi. It dates from 1741 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1978.136.20
- Credit line
- Mr. and Mrs. Charles G. Prasse Collection
About this work
Overview
Views of Venice: Piazza and Piazzetta is a print created by Michele Marieschi in 1741, showcasing his skill in capturing detailed cityscapes.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts Venice's central square and adjacent piazzetta, featuring a tall tower, grand buildings, and people in 18th-century attire, conveying a sense of the city's vibrant atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Marieschi employed chiaroscuro to create depth, using contrasts of light and shadow to highlight the buildings and crowd, characteristic of his work in the vedute genre.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Michele Marieschi or Michele Giovanni Marieschi, also Michiel (1710 - 18 January 1744), was an Italian painter and engraver.















