Venice – The Dogana and San Giorgio Maggiore 1834

Joseph Mallord William Turner's 1834 painting, "Venice – The Dogana and San Giorgio Maggiore," captures the bustling maritime life of Venice, Italy. The painting showcases Turner's signature loose brushwork and atmospheric effects, particularly in the depiction of light and water. The prominent figures of the Dogana and San Giorgio Maggiore, along with the multitude of gondolas and ships, create a sense of movement and grandeur that exemplifies the Romantic era's fascination with the sublime. The painting's ethereal quality and vibrant color palette have made it a beloved work within Turner's oeuvre.