Francesco Guardi - The Punta della Dogana, Venice [1780s], originally uploaded by Gandalf's Gallery.
This scene shows the entrance to the Grand Canal with the Dogana da Mar, the Customs House of Venice, built by Benoni about 1677. On top of the gateway is a golden ball, with a weather vane representing Fortune.
[Oil on canvas, 18.7 x 23.8 cm]
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