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La Piera del Bando. V.

Canaletto

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a view from Piazza San Marco in Venice towards the Palace, displaying Gothic architectural details. The scene captures a plaza with people in period clothing, some conversing or resting. Vertical elements like statues and columns lead the eye towards distant domes and architecture. The artistic style features fine linework, typical of etching, detailing stone textures and human activity. The color palette is monochromatic with dark ink on a light background, providing a historical and elegant look with shading for depth and form.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1735/1746
Medium
etching
Dimensions
4824 × 3344 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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