Painting depicting "Punta della Dogana" - Giacomo Guardi

Evocative lagoon view by Giacomo Guardi (Venice, 1764–1835), a representative of the renowned Venetian view-painting family and a refined interpreter of Venice between the 18th and 19th centuries. The work depicts Punta della Dogana, the iconic meeting point between the Grand Canal and the Giudecca Canal, rendered with the atmospheric sensibility typical of the artist's production. Oil on canvas, the composition opens onto a wide expanse of water animated by gondolas, transport boats, and sailing ships, reflecting the vibrant commercial and daily life of the Serenissima. In the background, the architectural profile of the Dogana da Mar emerges, with its characteristic tower topped by a golden sphere, while the clear light of the Venetian sky is delicately reflected on the calm waters of the lagoon. The loose and luminous brushwork, combined with the refined perspective and chromatic rendering, highlights the legacy of the Venetian view-painting tradition inaugurated by his father Francesco Guardi, reinterpreted here with a more intimate and lyrical taste. The work conveys a suspended and poetic atmosphere, in which the urban landscape blends harmoniously with the marine dimension. The canvas is enhanced by an elegant, finely crafted gilded wooden frame. Expertise available by Federica Spadotta, Art Historian. Period: Late 18th - Early 19th century; Provenance: Venice (Italy); Dimensions: 33 x 39.5 cm; Condition: Excellent condition; Document: Certificate of authenticity; Assistance: We are at your disposal for further clarification, information, and images; Shipping: Available throughout Italy, Europe, and the rest of the world. Competitive prices, maximum security, and complete traceability. (To be agreed privately). We wish you a good day Antichità Goglia