Don’t miss the major exhibition Canaletto’s Venice Revisited, now open at the National maritime Museum, displaying the complete set of 24 Venetian views painted by Canaletto in the 1730s. The works, from the world famous collection at Woburn Abbey, form the largest single commission the Italian artist ever received.
Canaletto’s Venice Revisited reassesses Canaletto at the height of his career, looking beyond the broad views he is famous for to also closely examine the features that bring his Venice to life.
While as charming as ever, Venice today is facing many challenges: the city is fragile and built on wooden pillars, floodings have become more frequent because of rising sea levels, and the city is facing a steep population decline and increased mass tourism.
The Italian Cultural Institute is pleased to support five events within the framework of this exhibition that will address all these issues and more:
The Guide to Anthropocene Venice
Wednesday 31 August, 6.30pm–8pm
Discover the impact of human activity on the Venetian lagoon with Luca Cosentino, publisher of The Guide to Anthropocene Venice – a guidebook unlike any other.
Campo Santa Maria Formosa
September [Date TBC], 6:30pm–8pm
Explore the history and culture of one of Venice’s most fascinating squares with Professor Shaul Bassi (Ca’Foscari University of Venice).
More info and booking details coming soon
