Fantastic Landscape
The Met
Artist: Francesco Guardi(Italian, Venice 1712–1793 Venice)
Date: ca. 1765
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: Irregular, 61 1/4 x 107 1/2 in. (155.6 x 273.1 cm)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1941
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A coastal landscape with classical ruins, numerous figures, and sailing ships under a cloudy sky
Detailed Description
A coastal landscape features classical ruins, numerous figures, and sailing ships under a cloudy sky. On the left, a series of classical-style structures in various states of ruin are prominent. A tall, crumbling tower with arched openings and overgrown vegetation stands. A long, low wall extends from these ruins towards the foreground, where several figures are gathered on a dirt path. Among them, individuals wear clothing in shades of red, blue, and white, and a small dog is visible. Further right, a large, ornate archway, also in ruins with visible columns, frames a view towards the background. The path continues past this archway, leading towards a wide body of water on the right side of the composition. Along the water's edge, a pier extends into the water, featuring a tall column or monument. Numerous boats with sails are scattered across the water, some close to the shore with figures in them, and others further out in the distance. More figures are visible on the pier and along the shoreline. Distant landmasses or hills are faintly visible across the water under the expansive sky. The overall color palette is muted, with earthy tones for the land and ruins, and cool blues for the sky and water.
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