Eugene von Blaas - Venetian Beauties

Eugene von Blaas - Venetian Beauties, a photo by Gandalf's Gallery on Flickr.

Eugene von Blaas (1843 – 1932) was born in Italy, of Austrian parents. He received his initial training from his father, the history and fresco painter Karl von Blaas. He continued his studies at the Academy in Venice and Rome, later becoming professor at the Academy in Venice. Many of his best works reflect life in Venice, often pretty women surrounded by the decaying masonry of intimate courtyards.