Campo dei Frari, Venice
1880
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1880
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The painting shows a sunlit plaza in Venice with low steps leading to calm water. The scene is peaceful, with people at the top of the steps and buildings in the background. The artist used soft brushstrokes to create a sense of calm, which is notable in this work. To learn more about this style, look up the technique: watercolor.
