Etching depicting a bird's-eye view of Venice by night. The Grand Canal, the Canal of the Giudecca, the Canal of San Marco, the Island of San Giorgio Maggiore and the Giudecca Island can be identifed. A few boats are crossing the Canals. In the background land can be seen

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Etching depicting a bird's-eye view of Venice by night. The Grand Canal, the Canal of the Giudecca, the Canal of San Marco, the Island of San Giorgio Maggiore and the Giudecca Island can be identifed. A few boats are crossing the Canals. In the background land can be seen

Etching depicting a bird's-eye view of Venice by night. The Grand Canal, the Canal of the Giudecca, the Canal of San Marco, the Island of San Giorgio Maggiore and the Giudecca Island can be identifed. A few boats are crossing the Canals. In the background land can be seen. Date of Photograph:1886 ca

Unidentified Author
MFC-F-003406-0000

Media ID 33266641

© Alinari Archives, Florence

Drawing And Graphics Engraving Graphics

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. Step into a mesmerizing nocturnal realm with this etching, MFC-F-003406-0000, which unveils the enchanting cityscape of Venice by night. Crafted in 1886, this timeless work of art offers a bird's-eye view that transports viewers to the romantic waterways and majestic landmarks that define this iconic Italian city. The artist's meticulous attention to detail allows us to identify prominent features such as the Grand Canal, the Canal of the Giudecca, the Canal of San Marco, and even specific islands like San Giorgio Maggiore and Giudecca Island. As moonlight gently illuminates these intricate canals, we witness a few boats gracefully gliding across their shimmering surfaces. While our focus is drawn towards these picturesque waterways, it is impossible not to notice the distant land that completes this masterpiece. The faint silhouette hints at Venetian architecture rising against an indigo sky – a reminder of life beyond these magical canals. This exquisite engraving showcases both technical skill and artistic vision. Through delicate lines and careful shading techniques, Unidentified Author has brought Venice's nocturnal beauty to life on paper. Each stroke captures not only architectural precision but also evokes emotions associated with wandering through narrow alleys or gazing upon historic palaces under starlit skies. As we admire this print from Alinari today, over a century after its creation, we are reminded once again why Venice continues to captivate hearts worldwide. Its timeless allure transcends time and space; it invites us into an eternal dreamland where history intertwines with romance. Let yourself be transported back in time as you immerse yourself in this remarkable etching – an homage to one of Italy's most beloved cities captured forever on paper by an unidentified master artist.

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