Santa Maria Della Salute #1
1910
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1910
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Santa Maria Della Salute #1 is a 1910 by Mortimer Menpes, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows a grand church with a huge dome and two smaller towers. The building sits right on the water’s edge, with boats tied up in front. The front has big arches and columns, and the dome is detailed with small windows and a cross on top. The artist focused on the building’s strong lines and shadows, making it stand out against the water. The boats add a quiet, everyday touch to the scene. Next, check out chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create drama in art.
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