View of Mestre, an inn at left and other various buildings lining the canal, from 'Views' (Vedute altre prese da i luoghi altre ideate da Antonio Canal) by Canaletto

View of Mestre, an inn at left and other various buildings lining the canal, from 'Views' (Vedute altre prese da i luoghi altre ideate da Antonio Canal) 1735 - 1746

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pencil drawn

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boat

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aged paper

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light pencil work

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ink paper printed

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human-figures

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light coloured

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old engraving style

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building

"View of Mestre" is an etching by Venetian artist Canaletto, known for his vedute or cityscapes. Created between 1735 and 1746, the print captures a bustling street scene in Mestre, a town across the lagoon from Venice. Canaletto's meticulous detail highlights the architectural character of the buildings lining the canal and the lively activity of the people passing by. This etching exemplifies Canaletto's mastery of perspective and his ability to portray the vibrant urban life of 18th-century Venice. The artwork is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.

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