Veduta del Prospetto della Chiesa di S. Giorgio Maggiore

Veduta del Prospetto della Chiesa di S. Giorgio Maggiore

Joseph Wagner

1742

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image depicts a serene scene of a church, with a large dome and a tall tower, situated on the water's edge. The church's facade is adorned with intricate details, and several boats are moored in front of it. In the foreground, people are engaged in various activities, such as rowing or standing on the shore. The engraving, created in 1742, showcases the artist's skill in capturing the play of light and shadow on the church's architecture. The use of etching and drypoint techniques adds depth and texture to the image. To learn more about the artistic techniques used in this piece, explore the world of etching and drypoint.

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