A Venetian Capriccio with an oval church by the Lagoon 

This painting, "A Venetian Capriccio with an oval church by the Lagoon," is an example of Canaletto's famous Venetian capriccio paintings. These are scenes of Venetian life, often featuring fantastical architectural arrangements. Canaletto's use of precise detail and perspective makes his paintings seem remarkably realistic, though they were often based on imaginary arrangements, like in this scene with an oval church. This work, painted by the Italian master Canaletto during his career (1697-1768), demonstrates his mastery of perspective and his keen eye for capturing the beauty and unique character of Venice.