A Venetian Pastelist Rediscovered: The Life and Art of Marianna Carlevaris Marianna Carlevaris, born in Venice on November 25th, 1703, emerged from a family deeply entrenched in the artistic traditions of the city. Her father, Luca Carlevarijs, was a celebrated painter renowned for his captivating *vedute* – detailed views of Venetian landscapes and architecture. From an early age, Marianna absorbed the atmosphere of her father’s work…