Artwork

Venetian Noontide

Venetian Noontide, by Donald Shaw MacLaughlan, ink, 1916
Venetian Noontide, by Donald Shaw MacLaughlan, ink, 1916

Venetian Noontide is an ink print by Donald Shaw MacLaughlan. It dates from 1916 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Venetian Noontide is an etching created by Donald Shaw MacLaughlan around 1916. It is a print that captures a serene scene.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts a tranquil Venetian scene with buildings and a canal, evoking a sense of peacefulness. The artist conveys a mood through the simple representation of the scene under sunlight.

Technique & Style

Simple lines are used to create depth in the etching, demonstrating the artist's ability to achieve complexity with minimal detail.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.