Santa Maria della Salute, Venice

williamleightonleitch

abstract painting

impressionist painting style

impressionist landscape

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

city scape

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

water

painting painterly

watercolor

building

This watercolor by William Leighton Leitch depicts the Santa Maria della Salute, a prominent basilica in Venice. Leitch, known for his romantic landscapes, captures the architectural grandeur of the basilica and its serene setting on the Grand Canal. The scene is bathed in soft, diffused light, emphasizing the building's intricate details. The inclusion of a gondola and other boats adds a sense of Venetian life and movement to the composition, creating a picturesque view of this iconic landmark.