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Views: Mountain Landscape with Five Bridges

Canaletto , 1740

Views: Mountain Landscape with Five Bridges, by Canaletto, 1740
Views: Mountain Landscape with Five Bridges, by Canaletto, 1740

Views: Mountain Landscape with Five Bridges is a print by the Baroque artist Canaletto. It dates from 1740 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

'Mountain Landscape with Five Bridges' is a print by Antonio Canaletto, created in 1740. It is a representative work of the Venetian school, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing landscapes.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene mountain landscape with a winding river and five bridges, blending realistic and imaginative elements. The composition is characterized by a sense of order and harmony, with trees and buildings integrated into the scenery.

Technique & Style

Canaletto employed quick, sketchy lines to convey movement in the water and clouds, while utilizing light and shadow to create depth in the hills and bridges. The overall effect is one of balance and cohesion.

History & Provenance

The print is now part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art. Canaletto worked in Venice and later in England during the 1740s and 1750s, producing detailed cityscapes and landscapes that were highly regarded.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Canaletto

Artist

Canaletto

Giovanni Antonio Canal (18 October 1697 – 19 April 1768), commonly known as Canaletto (Italian: ), was an Italian painter from the Republic of Venice, considered an important member of the 18th-century Venetian school.

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