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The Doge in the Bucintoro Leaving San Nicolò di Lido

Giovanni Battista Brustolon after Canaletto

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a maritime scene with various ships and boats on the water and buildings lining the horizon. A church with a high tower and dome stands out in the central skyline. The detailed artwork is rendered in a precise style, depicting textures, water motions, and vessel details. The color scheme is primarily gray, emphasizing contrast and shading. Soft clouds fill the sky above the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1763/1766
Medium
etching and engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
4507 × 3564 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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