Artwork
Regatta on the Grand Canal in Honor of Frederick IV, King of Denmark
Regatta on the Grand Canal in Honor of Frederick IV, King of Denmark is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Luca Carlevarijs. It dates from 1711 and is held in the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum.
About this work
Overview
Regatta on the Grand Canal in Honor of Frederick IV, King of Denmark is a 1711 oil painting by Luca Carlevarijs, an Italian painter and engraver. It is a cityscape depicting a ceremonial event on the Grand Canal in Venice.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a regatta held to honor Frederik IV, the Danish monarch, featuring notable Venetian landmarks like Ca' Foscari and Palazzo Balbi. The scene is filled with boats and onlookers, capturing the excitement of the celebration.
Technique & Style
Carlevarijs's work is associated with the Rococo movement and is characterized by its vivid depiction of Venetian life. He was a pioneer of the vedute genre, which focused on detailed cityscapes.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the J. Paul Getty Museum's collection. It was created during Carlevarijs's active period in Venice, a time when he influenced later artists such as Canaletto and Francesco Guardi.
Artist & collection
Artist
Luca Carlevarijs or Carlevaris (20 January 1663 – 12 February 1730) was an Italian painter and engraver working mainly in Venice.
