Venice 

"Venice" is a painting by the French artist Félix Ziem (1821-1911). It depicts a tranquil scene of a gondola on the lagoon with the city of Venice in the distance. The painting is known for its atmospheric quality, capturing the soft light of a late afternoon as the clouds cast long shadows over the water. Ziem, renowned for his depictions of Venice, employed a luminous palette of grays and blues to portray the city's beauty and tranquility. The painting showcases Ziem's mastery of capturing light and atmosphere, characteristics that distinguish his Orientalist and Venetian landscapes.