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View of Customs House and Santa Maria della Salute, Grand Canal, Venice, 1760

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Title: View of the Customs House and Church of Santa Maria della Salute, Grand Canal, Venice (1760) Description: This 18th-century engraving by I. Tirion offers a panoramic view of the Grand Canal in Venice. The scene focuses on the Old Customs House (*Tolhuis*) and the majestic Church of Santa Maria della Salute, located at the entrance to the canal. The foreground is bustling with various boats, including iconic Venetian gondolas, adding a lively maritime atmosphere to the tranquil architectural backdrop. Published around 1760, this print originally appeared in *Hedendaagsche Historie, of Tegenwoordige Staat van alle Volkeren*, a significant historical and geographical publication of the period. The engraving showcases the beauty and grandeur of Venice, capturing a moment of everyday life along its famous waterways, with intricate attention to architectural and nautical details. This work is a fine example of 18th-century printmaking, reflecting Venice's importance as a center of art, culture, and commerce.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.68 in (19.5 cm)Width: 16.74 in (42.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Engraved
  • Period:
    1760-1769
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1760
  • Condition:
    Condition: very good, given age. Light creasing and margins a bit short. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Tiny scribbling in the bottom right corner. Please study scan carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-13779-21stDibs: LU3054341777062

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