Who painted these Venetian views?

These works come from nineteenth-century artists such as Alfred Pollentine, Jane Vivian and William Raymond Dommersen who travelled to Italy. Their paintings record the iconic palaces and waterways seen during the Victorian era.

Are these pieces oils or watercolours?

The selection includes both oil paintings on canvas and delicate watercolour paintings on paper. Oils provide rich surface texture while watercolours offer luminous atmospheric effects.

Which landmarks appear most often?

Artists frequently painted the Santa Maria della Salute, the Doge's Palace, La Dogana and the Mocenigo Palace along the Grand Canal. These subjects formed the core repertoire for artists painting Venetian townscapes.

How should I display them?

Keep oil paintings and watercolours away from direct sunlight to protect the pigments and canvas or paper. Ensure frames with giltwood and glass hang securely on walls with stable humidity.