St Leo in Glory (sketch for the ceiling of the church of San Lio, Venice)
1784
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1784
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
A swirling sky holds Saint Leo high above Venice. Golden clouds frame him as he blesses the city below. Domenico Tiepolo painted this oil sketch in 1783 to plan the church ceiling. This sketch shows Tiepolo’s light touch. He often worked in bright colors with loose brushstrokes. His father trained him, but Domenico had his own style. If you like this, check out his father’s work. Look up Tiepolo, Domenico.
