View of Venice with the Island of San Giorgio Maggiore Follower of Canaletto (Venice, 1697 – Venice, 1768) Venice - 19th century oil on canvas 29 x 39 cm - Framed 40 x 50 cm Well executed, distinguished by a palette of vibrant colors and a soft chiaroscuro highlighted by a pleasant luminosity, the canvas - executed in the 19th century - is an interesting evocation of refined Venetian vedutismo (scenic painting). This is a very interesting glimpse of Venice, a view of the Island of San Giorgio Maggiore, located in front of Piazza San Marco and bathed by the Giudecca canal and the San Marco canal. In the center stands majestically the facade of the Basilica of San Giorgio Maggiore, designed by Andrea Palladio, an essential element of the panorama observable from Piazzetta San Marco and in many paintings by vedutisti (scenic painters). The painting, with its precise brushstrokes and architectures defined in miniature with good vedutista technique, can be included in the typical production of views by artists who were inspired by the lesson of the great Antonio Canal 'il Canaletto' (1697-1768), a flagship of 18th-century vedutismo. Works like ours, in particular, were made in Venetian workshops in the 19th century to satisfy collectors and refined travelers, especially English and German, but also French, who visited the city during their "Voyage d'Italie", eager to possess an image of Venice in its most relaxed and characteristic dimension. They were often commissioned in small sizes to allow them to be transported with luggage, while now these small 'postcards' have become very sought after and appreciated by modern collectors. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The work is sold complete with a pleasant gilded wooden frame and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and descriptive iconographic card. We handle and organize the transport of purchased works, both for Italy and abroad, through professional and insured carriers. It is also possible to see the painting in the gallery in Riva del Garda, we will be happy to welcome you to show you our collection of works. In case of purchase of the work by non-Italian customers, it will be necessary to obtain an export permit which takes about 10/20 days, our gallery will take care of the entire phase until it is obtained. All costs of this procedure are included. Contact us, without obligation, for any additional information. Follow us also on : https://www.instagram.com/galleriacastelbarco/?hl=it https://www.facebook.com/galleriacastelbarco/