Who painted A View of the Piazza San Marco in Florence?

A View of the Piazza San Marco in Florence was painted by Giuseppe Zocchi in 1744.

Where can I see A View of the Piazza San Marco in Florence?

A View of the Piazza San Marco in Florence is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is A View of the Piazza San Marco in Florence?

A View of the Piazza San Marco in Florence is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

A View of the Piazza San Marco in Florence

Giuseppe Zocchi , 1744

A View of the Piazza San Marco in Florence is a graphite drawing by the Baroque artist Giuseppe Zocchi. It dates from 1744 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This 1744 drawing by Giuseppe Zocchi depicts Piazza San Marco in Florence, showcasing the city's architectural and urban landscape through precise, detailed renderings.

Subject & Meaning

The scene centers on a grand church with tall columns and a spire, set amidst long, multi-windowed buildings. The square is portrayed as relatively empty, with scattered figures, carriages, and dogs, emphasizing everyday life in a prominent public space.

Technique & Style

Executed in pen and black ink with gray wash over graphite on laid paper, the work highlights Zocchi's use of mixed media to achieve depth and texture, with careful, simple yet detailed linework.

History & Provenance

Created by Florentine artist Giuseppe Zocchi, known for his vedute, this drawing is now part of the National Gallery of Art's collection in Washington.

Artist & collection

Artist

Giuseppe Zocchi

Giuseppe Zocchi (Italian pronunciation: ; c. 1711–1767) was an Italian painter and printmaker active in Florence and best known for his vedute of the city.