San Benedetto, Looking towards Fusina
1843 Tate
About this artwork
This oil on canvas depicts a view of the Venetian lagoon at dawn, with the silhouettes of boats contrasting against the luminous sky. It was famously exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1843.
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When Turner first exhibited this painting, it was criticized for its intense, golden-hued light which contemporaries felt was excessive. However, this luminous quality is now considered a hallmark of Turner's late style, where he pushed the boundaries of light and atmosphere to create almost abstract, emotional landscapes.
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San Benedetto, Looking towards Fusina
Joseph Mallord William Turner, 1843
