Antique 1700's Colored Etching Venice Antonio Canaletto

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Antique 1700's Colored Etching Venice Antonio Canaletto I acquired this item at an estate auction. Italian etching dating from early to mid 1700's. A view of Venice. Engraving is attributed to Antonio Canaletto. Extraordinary fine detail such as a man on the church steps is smoking a pipe, another man holding his hat in one hand and a child's hand in the other, one boat passenger is carrying a lit torch and t is a dog to be seen on the pier. This colored engraving is in very good condition. No foxing or tears. Plate mark is evident. Actual image measures 9.25" x 12.5". By the mid eighteenth century Antonio Canaletto (1697-1768) had established himself as Europe 's greatest view-painter and etcher. The prime subject for both his paintings and etchings was, of course, Venice , and through his innovative art it became Europe 's most famous city. As early as 1725 Canaletto created designs to be engraved by selected artists. In his etchings (either created or designed by him) and paintings, Canaletto set the standard. I currently have an even earlier Venice etching by the master Luca Carlevaris who some believe was a mentor of Canaletto. I will combine multiple purchases and shipping charges will be based on weight. This one did come framed, matted and behind glass. I sepperated it from the frame for photographic purposes avoiding read more
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