The Grand Canal from Ca'Moro-Lin and Ca'Foscari to the Carità 1733 - 1740

Bernardo Bellotto’s “The Grand Canal from Ca’Moro-Lin and Ca’Foscari to the Carità” is a detailed 18th-century view of the Grand Canal in Venice. This drawing depicts the famous waterway’s architecture, including the Ca’Moro-Lin, Ca’Foscari, and the Church of the Carità. Bellotto was a prolific artist known for his vedute, or city views. He was influenced by his uncle, Canaletto, who is also renowned for his Venetian vedute. This work is a stunning example of the artist’s precise and meticulous style, showcasing the beauty and grandeur of Venice. The artist used pen and wash to capture the city's distinctive structures, emphasizing its impressive scale and architectural details. The drawing, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the vibrant cityscape of Venice in the 18th century.