Elegant couple c. 1740 - 1770

This drawing, "Elegant Couple", is a work by renowned Venetian artist Francesco Guardi, dating from c. 1740-1770. The composition features a couple in a relaxed, almost casual pose amidst a verdant landscape. Guardi, known for his masterful depictions of Venetian life and architecture, employed a delicate touch in his pen and wash technique to render this intimate scene. His work is characterized by an airy sense of movement and subtle light, capturing a fleeting moment in time. The drawing is currently housed in the Städel Museum, Frankfurt.