Artwork
Fantasy Landscape with Sarcophagus under a Canopy
Fantasy Landscape with Sarcophagus under a Canopy is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Canaletto. It dates from 1751 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
About this work
Overview
Fantasy Landscape with Sarcophagus under a Canopy is a 1751 oil painting by Canaletto, an artist known for his cityscapes and imaginative scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a fantastical landscape featuring a sarcophagus beneath a draped canopy, blending architectural and natural elements in a freely imagined composition.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work is characteristic of the Rococo movement, showcasing Canaletto's skill in rendering detailed and imaginative scenes.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin's collection, reflecting Canaletto's diverse output beyond his renowned city views of Venice, Rome, and London.
Artist & collection
Artist
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.
