Artwork
St. Mark's Piazza
St. Mark's Piazza is a print by Mortimer Menpes. It dates from 1910 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. St.
- Accession no.
- 1996.218
- Credit line
- Gift of Carole W. and Charles B. Rosenblatt
About this work
Overview
St. Mark's Piazza is a 1910 print by Mortimer Menpes, held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts St. Mark's Piazza, with a column topped by a winged lion at its center, surrounded by buildings in muted tones. The scene is serene, inviting contemplation.
Technique & Style
Menpes uses light and shadow to create depth, drawing the viewer's eye to the central column. The color palette is warm and subdued, with a soft, cloudy grey sky.
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