Gezicht op het Canal Grande in Venetië met rechts de Santa Maria della Saluta c. 1860 - 1890

Giorgio Sommer’s “Gezicht op het Canal Grande in Venetië met rechts de Santa Maria della Saluta”, a black and white photograph of the Grand Canal in Venice, showcases the iconic Santa Maria della Salute Church in the distance. Created between 1860 and 1890, the photograph captures the beauty of the canal from a perspective that showcases both the grandeur of the church and the intricate details of the buildings lining its banks. Sommer, a renowned photographer, documented the city’s architecture and life, offering a glimpse into the Venetian landscape of the 19th century. The photograph, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, is a testament to the enduring appeal of Venice as a subject for artistic representation.