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Ascension Day in Venice, Louis de Caullery (1582-1621), Flemish 17th century
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Ascension Day in Venice
17th century Antwerp School
Attributed to Louis de Caullery (1582-1621)
Oil on oak panel
Dimensions: h. 19.68 in, w. 34.25 in
Flemish style frame in ebonized wood with golden edging
Framed: h. 25.59 in, w. 40.55 in
Our work illustrates the view of the basin of San Marco with the departure of the "Bucentaure" towards the Lido of Venice on the feast of the Ascension Day.
In the foreground, elegant figures have gathered to watch the celebrations dedicated to the Feast of the Ascension. The richly dressed women are protected from the sun by young pages holding parasols. Figures of exquisite refinement attending an outdoor performance is a characteristic subject of Louis de Caullery's work. These characters occupy the entire foreground of the painting, their proximity allows the viewer to better appreciate their outfits enhanced with a multitude of details by the painter's skilful brush.
The magnificent Bucentaure, the parade galley, makes its way across the bay accompanied by a flotilla of gondolas and various other craft. During the ceremony, the Doge (ruler of the Republic of Venice) and his retinue sail to the Lido, where the lagoon gives way to the sea. There a ritual ceremony was performed during which a ring was thrown at the sea, symbolizing the marriage of Venice with the sea. Then the Doge attended Mass at S.Nicolò on the Lido, before returning to Venice. Visitors from all over Europe and the Middle East flocked to Venice every year to watch the show.
Since de Caullery probably never visited Venice himself, he must have surrounded himself with etchings and prints for his depictions of the city. Buildings across the bay are easily recognizable as Piazza San Marco, framed by the Library, Campanile, Basilica and most prominently the Doge's Palace, but the buildings to the far right and left of the composition are largely the product of the artist's imagination. Nevertheless, de Caullery managed to capture the festive atmosphere of the big event and the exotic flavor of the city.
Relates works :
1. Attributed to Louis de CAULLERY (1580-1621),Panel 33 x 59 cm, Sotheby’s New-York, 30 January 2014, lot n 202
2. Workshop of Louis de Caullery, Sotheby’s New-York, panel : 51,4 cm x 66,7 cm, lot n 183 14 october 1998
3. Louis de Caullery, panel :49 x 67 cm, Sotheby’s London, 14 december 2000, lot n 5
4. Attributed to de Louis de Caullery, panel : 50 cm x 70 cm, Sotheby’s London, 26 october 1994, lot n 10
- Attributed to:Louis de Caullery (1580 - 1621, Belgian, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 25.59 in (65 cm)Width: 40.55 in (103 cm)
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- Movement & Style:
- Period:Early 17th Century
- Condition:Professionnaly restored. Ready to be hanged on the wall.
- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2433212502072
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