Venice and the Salute - Antoine BOUVARD (18470-1955-56)

BOUVARD Antoine, 18470-1955-56

Trained as an architect, he studied art and architecture under Constant Dufeux at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris.
His paintings show the influence of Félix Ziem.

He has an overflowing passion for Venice, which reflects his love of it. His works are delicate, colorful and luminous.
He knows how to capture the special atmosphere and universe of this city of waters.
His popularity has continued to this day, placing him among the most recognized and respected painters of Venetian subjects.

The Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute is one of Venice's most important religious buildings.
The origins of Santa Maria della Salute date back to 1631, the year construction began. The basilica was erected to celebrate the end of the plague.