"On the canvas in front of us lies a large open area, paved with large, square slabs of light-colored stone. On both sides it is bounded by two massive dark buildings, as if consisting of several rows of identical arches. These buildings play the role of peculiar visual milestones, directing views exactly into the distance - in the direction of the cloister of St. Marks Cathedral square. elyh 100 meters. It seems that the architecture "plays a major role on the canvas".