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The Rialto Bridge, Venice, from the South with the Embarkation of the Prince of Saxony
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The Rialto Bridge, Venice, from the South with the Embarkation of the Prince of Saxony
990213 The Rialto Bridge, Venice, from the South with the Embarkation of the Prince of Saxony during his Visit in 1740, (oil on canvas) by Canaletto, (Giovanni Antonio Canal) (1697-1768); 99x129.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rialto Bridge, Venice, from the South with the Embarkation of the Prince of Saxony during his Visit in 1740. Canaletto (Giovanni Antonio Canal) (1697-1768). Oil on canvas. 99 x 129.7cm.); Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright
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1740 1740s Background People Bound Bystander Canal Canaletto Civil Engineering Departed Departing Departure Embarkation Embarking Famous Place Giovanni Antonio Giovanni Antonio Canal Gondola Grand Canal Il Canaletto Italian Art Italian Artist Leave Leaving Medium Group Medium Group Of People Mid 18th Century Mid Eighteenth Century North Italian Northern Italy Old Master Paintings Rialto Rococo Rococo Art Rococo Era Setting Off Setting Out Social Activity Veneto Region Venezia Water Transport Water Vehicle Water Vessel Embarkment
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This print showcases "The Rialto Bridge, Venice, from the South with the Embarkation of the Prince of Saxony". Painted by Canaletto in 1740, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 99x129.7 cm and is part of a private collection. In this scene, we are transported back to the bustling city of Venice during the mid-18th century. The Rialto Bridge takes center stage as it gracefully spans across the Grand Canal. People gather along its edges, eagerly awaiting the departure of the Prince of Saxony who is embarking on his visit to Venice. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke - from the architectural marvels that line both sides of the canal to each individual bystander captured in motion. The gondolas dotting the water transport us further into this vibrant Venetian setting. Canaletto's mastery lies not only in his ability to capture physical structures but also in conveying a sense of time and place. The warm daylight illuminates every corner while casting long shadows upon departing figures. It transports us to an era where social activities like embarkment were grand affairs filled with anticipation and excitement. This artwork represents not just a historical moment but also showcases Canaletto's skill as one of Europe's most renowned artists during that period. Its inclusion within Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection ensures that viewers can appreciate and admire this iconic piece for years to come without any commercial use implications.
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