The Piazza del Campidoglio, Santa Maria d'Aracoeli, and the Cordonata, Rome

Giovanni Antonio Canal, called Canaletto

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Architectural grandeur, Urban perspective.
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Oil on canvas
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The Piazza del Campidoglio, Santa Maria d'Aracoeli, and the Cordonata, Rome

Giovanni Antonio Canal, known as Canaletto, was an Italian painter renowned for his detailed and precise cityscapes, particularly of Venice. The painting titled "The Piazza del Campidoglio, Santa Maria d'Aracoeli, and the Cordonata, Rome" exemplifies Canaletto's skill in capturing architectural grandeur and urban life. Although the exact date of creation is unknown, the work is executed in oil on canvas, a medium that allowed Canaletto to achieve remarkable clarity and depth. This painting is significant for its depiction of Rome's iconic landmarks, showcasing Canaletto's ability to convey both the majesty and the everyday activity of the city. Canaletto's works were highly sought after by English patrons, contributing to his international acclaim and influence on the genre of vedute, or city views. His meticulous attention to perspective and light continues to be celebrated for its contribution to the development of landscape painting in the 18th century.

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The Piazza del Campidoglio, Santa Maria d'Aracoeli, and the Cordonata, Rome

This oil on canvas painting by Giovanni Antonio Canal, known as Canaletto, captures the architectural grandeur of Rome's Piazza del Campidoglio with meticulous attention to perspective and detail, characteristic of the artist's vedute style. The composition prominently features the steps of the Cordonata and the church of Santa Maria d'Aracoeli, reflecting Canaletto's skill in rendering urban landscapes.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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The Piazza del Campidoglio, Santa Maria d'Aracoeli, and the Cordonata, Rome