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Venice, Italy: church of St Mark and the fire at the Venetian Doge
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Venice, Italy: church of St Mark and the fire at the Venetian Doge
LRI4715673 Venice, Italy: church of St Mark and the fire at the Venetian Doges palace in 1577 (drawing, 1578) (engraving, 1598) by Hoefnagel, Joris (1542-1600); Private Collection; (add.info.: Augusti apud Venetos Templi D: Marci Accuratissima Effiguratio (Most accurate picture of the majestic Venetian church of St Mark)/Palatii Senatorii apud Venetos conflagratio Anno MDLXXVII (The fire at the Venetian Doges palace in 1577)/Painted by Georgius Houfnaglius (Joris Hoefnagel or George Huorg Fnagel) (1542-1601), who saw it himself in the year 1578 ( Venice (Venice) - San Marco, Italy) - in volume V (published in 1598) of " Civitates Orbis Terrarum" published in six parts between 1572 and 1617 by Georg Braun (1541-1622) and Frans Hogenberg (1535-1590)); Luisa Ricciarini; Flemish, out of copyright
Media ID 22837244
© Luisa Ricciarini / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a significant moment in the history of Venice, Italy. The image showcases the iconic church of St Mark and the devastating fire that engulfed the Venetian Doge's palace in 1577. Created by Joris Hoefnagel, also known as George Huorg Fnagel, this drawing turned engraving provides an accurate depiction of the majestic church and the destructive event. The artist himself witnessed this tragic incident in 1578, which adds a sense of authenticity to his work. Published in 1598 as part of "Civitates Orbis Terrarum" a renowned collection by Georg Braun and Frans Hogenberg, this piece offers insight into urban planning, architecture, and Renaissance art. The composition portrays Saint Marc Square with its grand buildings surrounding it. The church of St Mark stands tall amidst the chaos caused by the fire at the nearby Doge's palace. This visual representation not only highlights architectural details but also conveys a sense of destruction and tragedy. Luisa Ricciarini has beautifully preserved this historical artwork through her photo print. It serves as a reminder of Venice's rich past and resilience against adversity. As you gaze upon this image, immerse yourself in its intricate details that capture both beauty and devastation simultaneously - an everlasting testament to human creativity amidst challenging times.
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