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The Grand Canal at the Rialto by Canaletto

The Grand Canal at the Rialto

Canaletto · 1701

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Artist
Canaletto
Date
1701
Location
Museo del Prado
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Canaletto

Canaletto, born Giovanni Antonio Canal, masterfully captured Venice's grandeur and daily life, even bringing his detailed cityscapes to London.

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