395. *Vincenzo Chilone (Venice 1768-1840) Palazzo dei Dogi seen from San Giorgio, Venice signed 'chilone f' (on the gondola, lower left) original oil on canvas signed 'chilone f' (on the gondola, lower left) oil on canvas, unlined 40.4 x 59cm (15 7/8 x 23 1/4in). Provenance Private Collection, Switzerland The present composition draws the viewer's eye across the serene canal, where the interplay of light and shade on the water creates a captivating effect. Chilone's confident use of perspective adds depth to the scene, inviting the observer to immerse themselves in the Venetian cityscape. The buildings, with ornate facades and arched windows, reveal the grandeur of Venetian architecture, and the inclusion of gondolas and figures illustrates the city's lively character.