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Della Magnificenza ed Archittetura; Osservazioni; E Parere su l'Architettura

Giovanni Battista Piranesi

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts architectural diagrams and cross-sections of wooden structures. The drawing displays detailed illustrations and cross-sections of roof construction, including various aspects, sections, and elements. Technical information about structural components like beams, columns, and trusses are provided through labels and measurements. The sections are neatly organized within boxes, potentially representing different perspectives or construction stages. The style is technical and precise, typical for architectural drawings used for educational or construction purposes.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1761
Medium
3 works bound in 1 vol: etchings
Dimensions
3168 × 4842 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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