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Ale Porte del Dolo

Canaletto

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an etching of a riverside scene with small boats on the water. Buildings line the horizon, with one having a tall spire. Figures and boats can be seen along the shore. The etching is detailed with fine line work, capturing textures of walls, roofs, and water. The color palette is monochrome in shades of black and gray. Closest to us, there is a wooden structure and figures attending to boats near the shore.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1735/1746
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
4929 × 3463 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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