Who painted Views of Venice: The Regatta?

Views of Venice: The Regatta was painted by Michele Marieschi in 1741.

Where can I see Views of Venice: The Regatta?

Views of Venice: The Regatta is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Views of Venice: The Regatta?

Views of Venice: The Regatta is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Views of Venice: The Regatta

Michele Marieschi , 1741

Views of Venice: The Regatta 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

Overview

Created in 1741 by the Venetian artist Michele Marieschi, this print belongs to his series of city views that document everyday life in the lagoon city. The work depicts a traditional regatta, a competitive boat race, set against a backdrop of recognizable Venetian architecture. It is currently held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The composition captures the bustling atmosphere of a public spectacle, with numerous vessels cutting through the water and crowds lining the canals and rooftops. By portraying both the race and the surrounding built environment, the image offers a visual record of social activity and the civic pride associated with Venice’s maritime traditions in the early eighteenth century.

Technique & Style

Marieschi employed the detailed linear approach typical of vedute, a genre he helped popularize. His background in theatrical set design informs the precise rendering of architectural elements, while the delicate gradations of tone suggest a subtle use of sfumato to model forms and convey atmospheric depth across the water and sky.

History & Provenance

The print entered the Cleveland Museum of Art’s holdings as part of its European prints and drawings collection, though the exact acquisition date is not recorded in the available sources. It remains one of the museum’s representative examples of eighteenth‑century Venetian printmaking.