Italian, 1697–1768
Giovanni Antonio Canal (18 October 1697 – 19 April 1768), known as Canaletto, was an Italian painter from Venice and a key figure in the 18th-century Venetian school. He specialized in cityscapes, depicting Venice, Rome, and London, as well as imaginary views called capricci. Canaletto worked in England from 1746 to 1756, painting scenes of London and notable sites. He also produced etchings and was known for his accurate perspective and outdoor painting technique.
Sources: Wikipedia (en): Canaletto · Wikidata Q182664
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