Gondels in het Canal Grande te Venetië by Carlo Ponti

Gondels in het Canal Grande te Venetië c. 1865 - 1885

carloponti

aged paper

toned paper

light pencil work

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

old-timey

watercolour illustration

golden font

watercolor

This albumen print by Carlo Ponti, dated c. 1865-1885, captures a stunning view of the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy. The photograph, part of a larger album, offers a glimpse into the bustling city with gondolas navigating the waterway, leading the eye towards the iconic Basilica di San Marco. Ponti, a prominent Italian photographer, specialized in capturing scenic landscapes and architectural details of his time. The small size of the image, measuring only 84mm by 51mm, highlights the intimate nature of the album, showcasing the Grand Canal through a unique lens.