\paperw19995 \margr0\margl0 \plain \fs20 \f1 This painting is one of a series of thirteen views painted by Bernardo Bellotto during his stay at the Viennese court from 1
759 to 1760. The image is clear thanks to the use of a diffuse, but not dazzling light. The artist adds small, imaginary figures to his detailed and realistic description of the building which serve to bring the royal palace to life.