Artwork
The island of S. Cristoforo Di Murano, Venice
The island of S. Cristoforo Di Murano, Venice is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Giacomo Guardi. It dates from 1809 and is held in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum. The island of S.
About this work
Overview
The island of S. Cristoforo Di Murano, Venice is a small-scale oil painting by Giacomo Guardi, created around 1809. It is a serene depiction of a Venetian island scene.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows the island of S. Cristoforo Di Murano, with a church at its center, surrounded by water and boats. The tranquil atmosphere and muted colors evoke a sense of calm.
Technique & Style
Giacomo Guardi worked in the Rococo tradition, demonstrating technical skill in his use of oil paint to capture the soft, muted tones of the scene. The dominant shades of brown and gray contribute to the overall peaceful effect.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the collection at the Fitzwilliam Museum. Giacomo Guardi, the artist, was an Italian painter from Venice and the son of veduta artist Francesco Guardi.
Artist & collection
Artist
Giacomo Guardi (13 April 1764 – 3 November 1835) was an Italian painter from Venice.
