Artwork
Views of Venice: The Piazzetta and Ducal Palace

Views of Venice: The Piazzetta and Ducal Palace is a print by the Baroque artist Michele Marieschi. It dates from 1741 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
This painting shows a scene of Venice's Piazzetta and Ducal Palace.
The artist painted this scene in 1741, and it's interesting because it gives us a glimpse of what Venice looked like back then. The details in the painting, like the architecture and the people, are pretty accurate for that time.
You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique of sfumato.
Overview
Views of Venice: The Piazzetta and Ducal Palace is a 1741 print by Italian artist Michele Marieschi, capturing a Venetian cityscape with architectural precision.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts the Piazzetta and Ducal Palace in Venice, offering a historically accurate glimpse of the city’s 18th-century appearance, including its architecture and daily life.
Technique & Style
Marieschi's composition reflects his background in stage design, with a structured arrangement of elements. The piece exemplifies the artist's penchant for detailed, realistic renderings of urban landscapes.
History & Provenance
Created in 1741, the print is now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art’s collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Michele Marieschi or Michele Giovanni Marieschi, also Michiel (1710 - 18 January 1744), was an Italian painter and engraver.

















