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A Coastal Scene

Image credit: The Henry Barber Trust, The Barber Institute of Fine Arts, University of Birmingham

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In addition to his topographical views of Venice, Francesco Guardi also produced imaginary landscapes such as this coastal scene from the 1770s. Such drawings repeat the same range of motifs taken from the Venetian lagoon – boats, fishermen and coastal ruins – in numerous different variations. These pen and ink drawings with a simple wash of brown, were studio works which were made for collectors who appreciated their elegant economy. The drawing is in its original mount, decorated with a few fine lines and a signature indicating that it was kept in a portfolio rather than being framed for display.

The Barber Institute of Fine Arts

Birmingham

Title

A Coastal Scene

Date

1770s

Medium

pen and brown ink, brush and brown wash, over traces of black chalk on paper

Measurements

H 25.1 x W 36.9 cm

Accession number

36.3

Acquisition method

purchased, 1936

Work type

Drawing

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The Barber Institute of Fine Arts

University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, West Midlands B15 2TS England

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