Canaletto's apprenticeship was in what trade?
Masonry
Scene painting
Sculpting
Goldsmithing
Answer
Scene painting was the trade in which Canaletto served his apprenticeship. This art form involves creating large-scale painted backdrops for theatrical productions, often depicting realistic landscapes or architectural scenes. Canaletto's training in this field laid the foundation for his later mastery of cityscape painting, as it honed his skills in perspective, composition, and the depiction of architectural details.
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