A Venetian Lagoon 1871 - 1874

"A Venetian Lagoon" is a watercolor painting by William Stanley Haseltine, completed between 1871 and 1874. The painting depicts a tranquil scene of a Venetian lagoon with several boats at anchor and a hazy sky. The muted colors and meticulous detail capture the atmosphere of the Italian lagoon, highlighting Haseltine's skill in capturing the light and reflections of the water. This painting exemplifies the artist's fascination with the Venetian landscape and his ability to render it with both beauty and realism.