Return of the Bucentoro to the Molo on Ascension Day
(1730) by Canaletto.

The Bucintoro was the big ceremonial boat of the Doge, the ruler of the Venetian republic. Once a year on Ascension Day, the Doge and other officials boarded this vessel to participate in a ritual celebrating the marriage of Venice and the sea.

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Thank you. I love this series of Canaletto paintings (I'll add another one 👇) but the light and contrast of the first painting you mention is simply spectacular.

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Stunning details and contrast between the watery body and the building above!
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such a beautiful day to celebrate^^ 
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