Campo Santa Maria Zobenigo, Venice

Canaletto (Giovanni Antonio Canal)

Created:
Movement:
1739
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key Notes:
Architectural precision, Venetian urban scene.
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Dimensions:
18 1/2 × 30 3/4 in. (47 × 78.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Easy
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Campo Santa Maria Zobenigo, Venice by Canaletto

The painting "Campo Santa Maria Zobenigo, Venice," created in 1739 by Giovanni Antonio Canal, known as Canaletto, is an exemplary work of the Venetian veduta genre. This oil on canvas captures the architectural splendor and bustling life of 18th-century Venice, showcasing Canaletto's meticulous attention to detail and mastery of perspective. Canaletto's works are celebrated for their precision and clarity, which were achieved through the use of a camera obscura, a technique that enhanced his ability to render architectural details accurately.

Canaletto's paintings played a significant role in popularizing Venetian scenes among British and European collectors, contributing to the Grand Tour phenomenon. His depictions of Venice not only served as souvenirs for travelers but also influenced the perception of the city as a cultural and artistic hub. Canaletto's legacy is marked by his ability to blend topographical accuracy with atmospheric effects, making his works enduringly popular and historically significant.

Description of the work:

Campo Santa Maria Zobenigo, Venice by Canaletto

Created in 1739, Canaletto's "Campo Santa Maria Zobenigo, Venice" is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the artist's meticulous attention to architectural detail and atmospheric perspective, characteristic of the Venetian veduta style. The artwork captures the bustling life and intricate facades of the Campo Santa Maria Zobenigo, reflecting the vibrant urban landscape of 18th-century Venice.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Campo Santa Maria Zobenigo, Venice