From The Collection Of… is a new series highlighting the amazing artwork of the world that is discoverable — and shareable — on the Internet. Most museum collections contain far too many pieces to exhibit in their galleries, so locating these images online may be one of the only ways of enjoying them. Over the next year or so, I will be sharing my favorites from collections large and small, far and wide. Follow My Word now to enjoy this journey through the — often hidden away — world of art.
The Grand Canal Between San Simone Piccolo and Santa Chiara
Series: Magnificentiores Selectioresque Urbis Venetiarum Prospectus (Venice, 1741), plate 6
Michele Marieschi (Italy, Venice, 1710-1743)
Italy, circa 1740-1741Prints; etchings
Etching
Frame: 25 1/2 × 31 1/2 × 2 in. (64.77 × 80.01 × 5.08 cm)
Purchased in memory of John Paul Passi with funds provided by his friends and family (AC1995.130.1)