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The Apotheosis of Romulus: Design for a Ceiling

Domenico Maria Canuti

Cleveland Museum of Art

Sepia drawing on aged paper, depicting a scene with architectural elements and figures. The scene includes a central figure on a chariot with a horse, surrounded by clouds and other figures. The architectural elements include columns, arches, and a building with a triangular pediment. A large sunburst design is on the right side. The drawing includes decorative elements such as leaves, flowers and carved stone faces. The drawing occupies most of the paper, with a small border around the edges. The artist's signature appears in the lower right corner.

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900 × 606 px
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