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BSL - Richard France exploring Canaletto’s The Bacino di San Marco on Ascension Day

The Bacino di San Marco on Ascension Day by Canaletto
The Bacino di San Marco on Ascension Day, Canaletto c.1733-4 ©

Deaf writer Richard France examines Canaletto’s The Bacino di San Marco on Ascension Day and its narrative it explores of the Venice’s marriage to the sea. This painting was acquired by George III and usually hangs in the Picture Gallery of Buckingham Palace.


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