Artwork
Island and church of S. Giorgio Maggiore, Venice
Island and church of S. Giorgio Maggiore, Venice is a watercolor work on paper by the British Romanticist artist Frederick Goodall. It dates from 1868 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This watercolour painting, created in 1868, depicts the island and church of S.
About this work
Overview
This watercolour painting, created in 1868, depicts the island and church of S. Giorgio Maggiore in Venice.
Subject & Meaning
The work captures a serene nighttime scene, with the church's grand dome and tower illuminated by moonlight, set against a dark sky and calm water. Boats are docked in the foreground, introducing a touch of activity to the otherwise peaceful atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of watercolour achieves a soft, dreamy effect, while attention to detail and chiaroscuro create a sense of depth and dimensionality.
History & Provenance
The painting was later reproduced in S. Brinton's 1925 publication, 'Venice Past and Present'.
Artist & collection
Artist
Frederick Goodall (17 September 1822 – 29 July 1904) was an English painter, normally of figure subjects, often on large scale.
