View Of Venice (The Dogana) 1907

Julius LeBlanc Stewart's "View of Venice (The Dogana)" is a 1907 oil painting depicting the Dogana da Mar, the customs house in Venice, Italy. This large building is depicted in a muted color palette, with a focus on the warm tones of the stone and the soft pastel colors of the sky. The water of the canal is calmly depicted in shades of blue and purple, reflecting the light of the late afternoon. The composition is anchored by the strong architectural lines of the building and the ships docked at the waterfront, creating a sense of tranquility and grandeur.