Campo Santa Maria Formosa te Venetië 1741

Michele Marieschi created this scene of Campo Santa Maria Formosa in Venice, using etching. The composition is dominated by linear perspective, drawing the eye from the foreground figures towards the church and tower in the distance. The use of etching allows for fine detail and a wide range of tonal values, creating an atmospheric depth. The buildings and figures are rendered with precision. Notice how the light and shadow define the architectural forms and add a sense of realism to the scene. The artwork invites us to consider the interplay between the micro and macro. The small scale of the figures against the grand architecture. The use of perspective not only creates depth but also organizes space in a way that directs the viewer's gaze, emphasizing the power and scale of the city. This etching, therefore, is not just a depiction of a place but a structured representation of space and society.