Entourage di Félix Ziem

Venice, The Basin of San Marco Entourage of Félix Ziem (Beaune 1821 - Paris 1911) Oil on canvas Second half of the 19th century Contemporary gilded frame Canvas size: 61 x 38 cm Frame size: 74 x 51 cm Excellent condition. The canvas is signed on the lower left. A splendid view of the Basin of San Marco, considered the heart and soul of Venice, as well as representing the most significant image of the Venetian spirit. The Riva degli Schiavoni, the Doge's Palace, the two famous Columns, and the National Marciana Library overlook the waters in front of Piazza San Marco in succession. In the distance, the mouth of the Grand Canal can be glimpsed with the Church of Santa Maria della Salute and Punta della Dogana. A fantastic and surreal place, of absolute beauty, which has inspired an endless array of artists enchanted by the indescribable charm of Venice and its monuments. The author follows a typically French pictorial technique, which foreshadows, with a brushstroke of great effect, the great novelty of the Impressionist masters, many of whom found the source of their inspiration precisely in Venice. The bright colors, with the markedly warm tones of the buildings, contrast with the almost electric blue sky. The extraordinary luminosity of the painting is emphasized by the interplay of light and shadows created by the setting sun. The work evidently presents the unmistakable pictorial style of the great French master Félix Ziem, one of the most important exponents of the Barbizon school. After a trip to Venice, he was stunned by the beauty of the City and the extraordinary predisposition of its views to be transferred to canvases. He painted a considerable series of Venetian views, always with a very personal chromatism, accentuated by a light that is sometimes soft and other times dazzling, and with the typical bright tones that distinguish his painting. The success of his "Venices" was truly remarkable, and many French artists were inspired by his works. The canvas published here is signed by an author very close to the Master and excellently captures all the characteristics of his style. A certificate of authenticity is issued according to law (FIMA affiliate) Tracked (DHL TRACKING) and fully insured shipping with anti-shock packaging in a custom-made wooden box. Delivery within 3 working days from receipt of payment (DHL EXPRESS) Negotiable price - Personalized payment All photographic details on our private website link https://www.antichitaischia.it/it/prodotto/venezia--il-bacino-di-s--marco