A Canal in Venice, Italy

A Canal in Venice, Italy

In this captivating pen, ink, and watercolor painting, the viewer is transported to the enchanting canals of Venice, Italy, where the timeless beauty of the city's waterways unfolds in vivid detail. Flanked by ancient buildings with weathered stone walls, the canal exudes a sense of history and grandeur that is as captivating as it is evocative.

As sunlight filters through the narrow streets, casting long shadows across the cobblestone pathways, the interior of the windows and doors of the buildings are shrouded in deep shadows, adding a sense of mystery and intrigue to the scene. Yet, amidst the darkness, the warm glow of lanterns and candlelight flickers, offering a glimpse into the hidden world within.

Parked near the stone wall on the right-hand side, a gondola bobs gently in the water, its sleek silhouette a timeless symbol of Venetian romance and tradition. In the distance, another gondola glides gracefully towards the viewer from the left side, its prow cutting through the shimmering blue reflection of the sky upon the water's surface.

With each brushstroke and pen line, the artist captures the essence of Venice's unique charm and allure, inviting the viewer to lose themselves in the timeless beauty of the city's canals. Whether gliding along the water in a gondola or wandering the labyrinthine streets on foot, the painting evokes a sense of wonder and enchantment that lingers long after the canvas is left behind.

Paper Size

9" X 12"

Material

- Stillman and Birn Nova beige-toned paper

- Pen, ink and watercolor

Uniqueness guarantee

This product is one of a kind and there are no duplicates of this painting. 

Framing options

This painting is available in a fiberglass 1" frame with clear glass. You may choose to have a 0.5" mount.

     Frame color options: Black / White / Brown

     Mount color options: Black / White / Brown / Grey

Please convey your choice of the mount and frame after you place the order by email at shirish@huesandtones.net

Disclaimer

The painting is done on a paper/canvas, while you are watching it on a backlit screen. Due to the inherent differences between these two media, the actual colors may differ slightly (but not too much) from the picture displayed here.

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