The image is of a canal scene. The view is angled slightly above water level, inviting the viewer to look across the canal. The horizon is formed by the convergence of the canal and buildings in the background, above the central horizontal line. The drawing features a sketchy and textured style with soft, blurred lines creating a sense of depth. The building on the left has detailed, blotchy brushstrokes depicting old walls. The canal reflects the structures, with a gondola slightly off-center. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of brown and sepia.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1879/1880
- Medium
- etching and drypoint in brownish-black ink on Asian laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3386 × 5036 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
Palette