London seen through an arch of Westminster Bridge, 1746-47

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"London Seen Through an Arch of Westminster Bridge" is a notable 18th-century oil painting by the Venetian artist Giovanni Antonio Canal, commonly known as Canaletto. Created between 1746 and 1747, this work is part of a series of paintings and drawings that depict various views of London, produced during Canaletto's sojourn in England from 1746 to 1755. The painting is particularly significant as it captures the newly constructed Westminster Bridge, which at the time was a marvel of engineering and the second bridge to span the Thames in central London after London Bridge.

In this painting, Canaletto employs his renowned vedute style, a detailed and highly accurate representation of cityscapes, which he mastered while depicting his native Venice. The composition is framed by the arch of Westminster Bridge, leading the viewer's eye towards the River Thames and the cityscape beyond. The use of the bridge's arch as a framing device is a testament to Canaletto's skill in manipulating architectural elements to enhance the depth and perspective of his work.

The scene is animated with the bustling activity of London life, featuring an array of boats on the river and figures going about their daily business. Canaletto's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the rendering of the textures of the stone, the reflections on the water, and the play of light across the scene. The painting not only serves as a historical record of London during the mid-18th century but also showcases Canaletto's ability to blend topographical accuracy with atmospheric effect.

"London Seen Through an Arch of Westminster Bridge" is a testament to Canaletto's mastery of landscape painting and his contribution to the vedute genre. It remains an important work within the artist's oeuvre, offering insight into the urban landscape of Georgian London and the tastes of the period's art collectors, who sought such grand and detailed city views. The painting is held in a private collection, and its precise location is not always known to the public, making it a somewhat elusive piece of Canaletto's legacy.

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