View of the Grand Canal at San Stae 1738

Bernardo Bellotto's "View of the Grand Canal at San Stae" (1738) exemplifies the artist's mastery of veduta, a genre of cityscapes popular in 18th-century Venice. The painting showcases the Grand Canal, a central waterway in Venice, with the San Stae church prominently featured on the right. The artist meticulously depicts the architectural details of the surrounding buildings, gondolas traversing the canal, and the vibrant sky, capturing the essence of Venetian life. Bellotto, a nephew of Canaletto, was known for his precise and detailed rendering of architectural structures, making his work highly sought after by collectors. This painting, though in a private collection, offers a glimpse into the grandeur and daily life of Venice in the 18th century.