Who painted Palaces, Venice?

Palaces, Venice was painted by Melchior Küsel in 1681.

Where can I see Palaces, Venice?

Palaces, Venice is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Palaces, Venice?

Palaces, Venice is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Palaces, Venice

Melchior Küsel , 1681

Palaces, Venice is an ink print by the Baroque artist Melchior Küsel. It dates from 1681 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Palaces, Venice is a 1681 etching by Melchior Küsel, depicting the city's grand waterfront scene.

Subject & Meaning

The etching showcases Venice's palaces along a bustling harbor, highlighting the city's architectural grandeur and maritime activity, with busy docks, tall ships, and various building details.

Technique & Style

Küsel employed fine lines to capture light and shadow, conveying a sense of dynamism and detail in the scene, characteristic of etching's expressive capabilities.

History & Provenance

Created in 1681, the work is titled in German at the bottom: "Palatia auf dem Meiren gründt zu Venedig" (Palaces on the Sea in Venice), reflecting the artist's background.