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The Doge on the Bucentaur in front of San Nicolo del Lido, on Ascension Day, c. 1766-70
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The Doge on the Bucentaur in front of San Nicolo del Lido, on Ascension Day, c. 1766-70
XIR868515 The Doge on the Bucentaur in front of San Nicol del Lido, on Ascension Day, c.1766-70 (oil on canvas) by Guardi, Francesco (1712-93); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: The bucentaur (bucintoro in Venetian) was the state galley of the doges of Venice. It was used every year on Ascension Day up to 1798 to take the doge out to the Adriatic Sea to perform the " Marriage of the Adriatic" a more accurately, " Marriage of the Sea" a a ceremony that symbolically wedded Venice to the sea every year on the " Festa della Sensa" (Ascension Day).
Le Doge sur le Bucentaure a San Nicolo di Lido a Venise, le Jour de l Ascension.); Giraudon; Italian, out of copyright
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Ascension Day Bucentaur Doge Duke Galley Gondola Gondolas Grand Canal Lagoon Bucentaure Bucintoro
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This print captures a momentous occasion in Venetian history - the Doge on the Bucentaur in front of San Nicolo del Lido, on Ascension Day. Painted by Francesco Guardi between 1766-70, this oil on canvas artwork is now housed at the Louvre in Paris. The centerpiece of this painting is the majestic bucentaur, the state galley of the doges of Venice. Every year on Ascension Day until 1798, it was used to transport the doge out to sea for a symbolic ceremony known as "Marriage of the Adriatic" or more accurately, "Marriage of the Sea". This ritual symbolized Venice's eternal bond with its maritime surroundings and took place during Festa della Sensa. The composition showcases a stunning seascape with San Nicolo del Lido as a backdrop. The grand canal and gondolas add an authentic touch to this vibrant cityscape. The celebration is palpable as boats and ships fill every inch of water surrounding the bucentaur. Francesco Guardi masterfully captures both the grandeur and intimacy of this significant event through his skilled brushwork. His attention to detail brings life to each element within this scene - from intricate architectural features to bustling activity on watercrafts. This print serves as a window into Venetian history and offers viewers an opportunity to immerse themselves in one of Italy's most cherished traditions.
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