Circle of GASPAR VAN WITTEL (Dutch b. circa 1653-1736) "View of Venice" Oil on canvas laid on panel. 8 3/8 x 17 1/8 inches; Frame: 12 1/4 x 21 inches. No visible signature. CONDITION: In overall good condition for its age. The canvas has been fully laid down on the panel but not evenly there is exposed panel along the top above the top of the canvas, it was painted to blend into the color palette of the work. Top right corner is partially torn due to handling and improper framing. Areas of abrasions to the paint along where it sits in the frame. Minor areas of missing paint along the bottom right corner in the shoreline; in the sky in the upper right quadrant next to the tower in the background. Surface soiling throughout; piece would benefit from being cleaned and properly framed. *was not examined under black light.