Venetian Harbor Scene Oil on Board, Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute, Grand Tour Style, Mid 20th Century • Circa 1870–1890

• Circa 1870–1890

and possible darkening from aged varnish

Signature: Signed G Armfield lower left

Light wear to the gilt mounts consistent with age

Venetian Harbor Scene Oil on Board, Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute, Grand Tour Style, Mid 20th Century • Circa 1870–1890Venetian Harbor Scene Oil on Board, Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute, Grand Tour Style, Mid 20th Century Website Description A mid 20th century oil on board depicting a romanticized view of Venice, centered on the iconic dome of the Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute, set against a warm, glowing sky and reflected across the still waters of the lagoon. Scenes like this draw directly from the Grand Tour tradition, where Italy, and Venice in