Campo San Zanipolo Decorated for the Visit of Pius VI 1782

Domenico Fossati's "Campo San Zanipolo Decorated for the Visit of Pius VI" (1782) is a detailed pen and ink drawing depicting the elaborate decorations erected for the visit of Pope Pius VI to Venice. The drawing showcases the grandeur of the Campo San Zanipolo, with its monumental architecture adorned with ornate sculptures and festive banners. The scene is alive with activity, filled with a large crowd of people gathered to witness the papal visit. Fossati's meticulous rendering of the architectural details and the bustling crowd captures the festive atmosphere of this significant event in Venetian history.