The Lido from St Giorgio Maggiore

This painting encapsulates the serene elegance of Venice’s lagoon. Painted with his characteristic fluidity and bold strokes, Halliday portrays the view from the island of San Giorgio Maggiore toward the Lido. The composition displays the stillness of the water, you can imagine the boats gently wobbling up and down on the water, this creates a peaceful atmosphere and a sense of quiet reflection. The soft interplay of light and colour conveys the lagoon’s ever-changing atmosphere, while the architecture is hinted at in the background. The buildings ground the scene in Venice’s timeless charm.