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The Giovedì Grasso Festival in front of the Ducal Palace in Venice, ca 1775. Creator: Guardi, Francesco (1712-1793)
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The Giovedì Grasso Festival in front of the Ducal Palace in Venice, ca 1775. Creator: Guardi, Francesco (1712-1793)
The Giovedi Grasso Festival in front of the Ducal Palace in Venice, ca 1775. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris
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This exquisite oil on canvas painting by the renowned Venetian artist Francesco Guardi (1712-1793), titled "The Giovedì Grasso Festival in front of the Ducal Palace in Venice, ca 1775," captures the lively spirit of a grand carnival celebration in the heart of Venice. The scene unfolds before the majestic Ducal Palace, with its ornate façade reflecting in the tranquil waters of the lagoon. The festivities of Giovedì Grasso, or the "Fat Thursday," a day of indulgence before the Christian season of Lent, are in full swing. A motley crew of actors, comedians, and performers from the Commedia dell'Arte tradition entertain the crowd, their exaggerated gestures and colorful costumes adding to the merriment. A clown, with his red nose and oversized shoes, brings laughter to the onlookers, while a mime, with a solemn expression, captivates the audience with his silent antics. The interior of the palace, bathed in soft, golden light, serves as an elegant backdrop to the exterior festivities. The intricate Rococo architecture, with its delicate ornamentation and vibrant colors, is a testament to the opulence and grandeur of the Venetian Republic during the late 18th century. The painting, now housed in the prestigious Musée du Louvre in Paris, is a fine example of Guardi's mastery of the genre scene, a popular subject in the Venetian School of painting. The poetic use of light and color, combined with the lively and engaging depiction of human emotion, makes this painting a true masterpiece of the Rococo period.
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