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Giovanni Antonio Canal Collection (#5)

Giovanni Antonio Canal, better known as Canaletto, was a renowned Italian painter of the 18th century

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: A View on the Grand Canal Venice, c1740, (c1915). Artist: Canaletto

A View on the Grand Canal Venice, c1740, (c1915). Artist: Canaletto
A View on the Grand Canal Venice, c1740, (c1915). Held by the National Gallery, London. From International Art: Past and Present by Alfred Yockney. [Virtue & Company, London, c1915]

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: The Campanile of St. Marks While Undergoing Repair in 1745, 1903. Artist: Canaletto

The Campanile of St. Marks While Undergoing Repair in 1745, 1903. Artist: Canaletto
The Campanile of St. Marks While Undergoing Repair in 1745, 1903. From The Burlington Magazine for Connoisseurs, Volume 1 - March to May 1903. [The Burlington Magazine, Limited, London, 1903]

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Ranelagh in 1752, after Canaletti, c1750, (1904). Artist: Charles Grignion

Ranelagh in 1752, after Canaletti, c1750, (1904). Artist: Charles Grignion
Ranelagh in 1752, after Canaletti, c1750, (1904). After Giovanni Antonio Canaletto (1697-1768). Ranelagh Gardens were public pleasure gardens located in Chelsea, then just outside London

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: The Canal in St. Jamess Park with the Queens House taken from the Parade, 1794, (1910)

The Canal in St. Jamess Park with the Queens House taken from the Parade, 1794, (1910). Artists: Unknown, John Stevens
The Canal in St. Jamess Park with the Queens House taken from the Parade, 1794, (1910). St Jamess Park is a 23-hectare (57-acre) park in the City of Westminster, central London

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Northumberland House, Charing Cross, Westminster, c1753 (1911). Artist: Thomas Bowles

Northumberland House, Charing Cross, Westminster, c1753 (1911). Artist: Thomas Bowles
Northumberland House, Charing Cross, Westminster, c1753 (1911). Northumberland House was a large Jacobean townhouse, so called because it was the London residence of the Percy family

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Old Walton Bridge, 1754. Artist: Canaletto

Old Walton Bridge, 1754. Artist: Canaletto
Old Walton Bridge, 1754. Painting held at the Dulwich Picture Gallery, London. From The Connoisseur Volume XC. [The Connoisseur Ltd, London, 1932]

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Whitehall from Richmond House, 1746. Artist: Canaletto

Whitehall from Richmond House, 1746. Artist: Canaletto
Whitehall from Richmond House, 1746. Painting held at Goodwood House, Chichester. From The Studio Volume 83. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1922]

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: The Thames from Richmond House, 1746. Artist: Canaletto

The Thames from Richmond House, 1746. Artist: Canaletto
The Thames from Richmond House, 1746. Painting held at Goodwood House, Chichester. From The Studio Volume 83. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1922]

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Westminster Bridge, c1746. Artist: Canaletto

Westminster Bridge, c1746. Artist: Canaletto
Westminster Bridge, c1746. From The Studio Volume 87. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1924]

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Proession of the Order of the Bath, 1749, (1929). Artist: Canaletto

Proession of the Order of the Bath, 1749, (1929). Artist: Canaletto
The Proession of the Order of the Bath, Westminster Abbey, London, 1749. The Most Honourable Order of the Bath (formerly the Most Honourable Military Order of the Bath)

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Venice: The Feast Day of Saint Roch, 1735, (1938). Artist: Canaletto

Venice: The Feast Day of Saint Roch, 1735, (1938). Artist: Canaletto
Venice: The Feast Day of Saint Roch, 1735. Also known as Scuola Di San Rocco. The feast commemorated the end of the terrible plague of 1576. After an original work after Canaletto (1697-1768)

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: London from Islington City and East End. From a view by Canaletti, published 1753. Artist: Canaletto

London from Islington City and East End. From a view by Canaletti, published 1753. Artist: Canaletto
London from Islington City and East End. From a view by Canaletti, published in 1753.Engraving from Old and New London Volume 2.by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin. 1878

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: The Piazza, Venice, c1756 (1956)

The Piazza, Venice, c1756 (1956). A view of St Marks Square with the basilica and campanile in the background. From the National Gallery, London

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Venice, 18th century. Artist: Canaletto

Venice, 18th century. Artist: Canaletto
Venice. Canaletto (1697-1768). Found in the collection of the State M. Ciurlionis Art Museum, Kaunas

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: View of Venice, 18th century. Artist: Canaletto

View of Venice, 18th century. Artist: Canaletto
View of Venice. Canaletto (1697-1768). Italy, Venetian School. Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: View of Murano from the Island San Pietro di Castello, 18th century. Artist: Canaletto

View of Murano from the Island San Pietro di Castello, 18th century. Artist: Canaletto
View of Murano from the Island San Pietro di Castello. Canaletto (1697-1768). Italy, Venetian School. Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Buccentoros Return to the Pier at the Doges palace, 1730s. Artist: Canaletto

Buccentoros Return to the Pier at the Doges palace, 1730s. Artist: Canaletto
Buccentoros Return to the Pier at the Doges palace, 1730s. Canaletto (1697-1768). Italy, Venetian School. Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Arrival of the French Ambassador in Venice, 1725-1726. Artist: Canaletto

Arrival of the French Ambassador in Venice, 1725-1726. Artist: Canaletto
Arrival of the French Ambassador in Venice, 1725-1726. Canaletto (1697-1768). Italy, Venetian School. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Piazza San Marco and the Colonnade, 1756. Artist: Canaletto

Piazza San Marco and the Colonnade, 1756. Artist: Canaletto
Piazza San Marco and the Colonnade, 1756. St Marks Basilica and the campanile seen from beneath the colonnade of the Procuratie Nuove on the south side of the piazza

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: View of the Salute from the Entrance of the Grand Canal, Venice, c1727-1728. Artist: Canaletto

View of the Salute from the Entrance of the Grand Canal, Venice, c1727-1728. Artist: Canaletto
View of the Salute from the Entrance of the Grand Canal, Venice, c1727-1728. From the Collection Kaufman

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: View of the Grand Walk etc in Vauxhall Gardens taken from the Entrance, London, c1760

View of the Grand Walk etc in Vauxhall Gardens taken from the Entrance, London, c1760. Artist: Edward Rooker
View of the Grand Walk etc in Vauxhall Gardens taken from the Entrance, London, c1760. Vauxhall Gardens was one of the great pleasure grounds of London and this image shows a formal avenue of trees

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Reception of the French Ambassador in Venice, 1726-1727. Artist: Canaletto

Reception of the French Ambassador in Venice, 1726-1727. Artist: Canaletto
Reception of the French Ambassador in Venice, 1726-1727. Detail. Found in the collection of The Hermitage, St Petersburg

Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Title plate Vedute altre prese da luoghi ideate

Title plate Vedute altre prese da luoghi ideate
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Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Man Smoking Pipe recto Standing Man Two Studies

Man Smoking Pipe recto Standing Man Two Studies
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Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Lagoon Capriccio recto Architectural Scene verso

Lagoon Capriccio recto Architectural Scene verso
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Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Venice Santa Maria della Salute Oil canvas 18 3 / 4 x 31 1 / 4

Venice Santa Maria della Salute Oil canvas 18 3 / 4 x 31 1 / 4
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Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Interior Basilica San Marco Showing Crossing

Interior Basilica San Marco Showing Crossing
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Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Fanciful Landscape Landscape Villa Building Equestrian Monument

Fanciful Landscape Landscape Villa Building Equestrian Monument
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Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Piazza San Marco late 1720s Oil canvas 27 x 44 1 / 4

Piazza San Marco late 1720s Oil canvas 27 x 44 1 / 4
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Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Capriccio Roman Triumphal Arch 1720-1730 Pen

Capriccio Roman Triumphal Arch 1720-1730 Pen
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Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Piazza San Marco Southwest Corner Procuratie Nuove

Piazza San Marco Southwest Corner Procuratie Nuove
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Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Warwick Castle East Front 1752 Pen brown ink

Warwick Castle East Front 1752 Pen brown ink
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Background imageGiovanni Antonio Canal Collection: Italy, Venice, The Grand Canal from Ca Balbi

Italy, Venice, The Grand Canal from Ca Balbi
Canaletto (Giovanni Antonio Canal, 1697-1768), The Canal Grande from Ca Balbi toward the Rialto, 1720-1723, oil on canvas, 144x207 cm




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Giovanni Antonio Canal, better known as Canaletto, was a renowned Italian painter of the 18th century. His masterful depictions of Venice's iconic landmarks and vibrant city life have made him one of the most celebrated artists in history. In his painting "The Grand Canal, Venice, Looking Southeast, with the Campo della Carita to the Right, " created in the 1730s, Canaletto captures the essence of Venice's famous waterway. The intricate details and play of light on the buildings showcase his exceptional talent for capturing architectural beauty. Another notable work is "Bridge of Sighs, Ducal Palace and Custom-House, Venice: Canaletti Painting" by JMW Turner in 1833. Inspired by Canaletto's style, Turner pays homage to this great artist while adding his own unique touch to create a mesmerizing composition. Canaletto's masterpiece "The Square of Saint Mark s" transports viewers back to 1742/1744 Venice. With meticulous precision and skillful brushstrokes, he brings alive the bustling atmosphere surrounding St. Mark's Square. "The Grand Canal, Venice, Looking South toward the Rialto Bridge, " painted in the 1730s by Canaletto himself showcases his ability to capture Venetian life along its most important waterway. The grandeur and elegance portrayed make it an unforgettable piece that continues to captivate audiences today. One cannot overlook Canaletto's depiction of Ascension Day Festival at Venice from 1765/1766. This lively painting immerses us into a festive celebration filled with colorful processions and joyful crowds gathered along Venetian canals. Joseph Wagner's artwork titled "Prisco onor pur dura. . " circa 1760 pays tribute to Canaletto through its similar style and attention to detail. It reflects how influential Canaletto's work was, inspiring other artists to follow in his footsteps.