The Rialto 1883

"The Rialto" is an etching by American artist Joseph Pennell, created in 1883. The artwork depicts a view of the iconic Rialto Bridge in Venice, Italy, with gondolas and bustling crowds filling the foreground. Pennell’s masterful use of line and detail captures the intricate architecture of the bridge and the lively atmosphere of the city. This etching, now housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, is a testament to Pennell’s skill in capturing the essence of urban landscapes.