Artwork
A Gondolier
A Gondolier is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Luca Carlevarijs. It dates from 1705 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
A Gondolier is a 1705 oil painting attributed to Luca Carlevarijs, an Italian artist known for his cityscapes of Venice.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a gondolier in dark clothing, posed as if in motion, against a lighter background that may be a wall or sky. His attire includes a long-sleeved shirt, wide skirt, and boots, topped with a hat.
Technique & Style
Rendered in oil paint, the work showcases Carlevarijs's skill in capturing everyday Venetian scenes during the early Baroque period, characterized by a contrast between the dark figure and the lighter surroundings.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection, exemplifying Carlevarijs's contribution to the vedute tradition, which focuses on detailed representations of Venetian cityscapes and life.
Artist & collection
Artist
Luca Carlevarijs or Carlevaris (20 January 1663 – 12 February 1730) was an Italian painter and engraver working mainly in Venice.
