| Method | Copper engraving |
| Artist | Joannes Baptista Brustoloni after Canaletto |
| Published | c. 1763 |
| Dimensions | Image 281 x 432 mm, Plate 318 x 462 mm, Sheet 347 x 492 mm |
| Notes |
Inscription below title reads: 'Apud Ludovicum Furlanetto supra Pontem vulgo dictum dei Barterri. C. P. E. S.' View of the Rialto Bridge in Venice to the West. It is the oldest bridge across the Grand Canal, and was the dividing line for the districts of San Marco and San Polo. Giovanni Baptista Brustoloni (1712-1796) was an 18th century Venetian engraver. Giovanni Antonio Canal, known colloquially as Canaletto (18th October 1697 - 19th April 1768) was an Italian painter and printmaker. Canaletto is celebrated as the master of Venetian vedute, being one of the most popular artists for British aristocrats on the Grand Tour. Canaletto's major inspiration were the Roman vedute and capricci of Giovanni Paolo Pannini. Although best known for his paintings, Canaletto also produced a number of etchings, including a series of 30 plates of Venice and its surrounds. The interest in Canaletto's work in Britain was great, spurred by the collections of various British nobles, and especially by George III, who amassed a significant number for the Royal Collection. As a result, prints of Canaletto's vedute were in high demand. Condition: Some faint discolouration and staining in margins. Residue from tape in top and bottom margins, not affecting image. Faint centrefold crease. Framed in period style frame. |
| Framing | framed |
| Price | £850.00 |
| Stock ID | 36087 |