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The Interior of Saint Peter's, Rome

Italian 17th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an architectural interior scene featuring large columns and decorative arches. The composition showcases a grand classical style with tall columns and ornate detailing on the arches and ceiling. One side of the image is dominated by a large column with a decorative band of multicolored geometric shapes. The perspective leads the eye through the arches towards the more distant sections of the space. Delicate shadows and precise lines highlight the craftsmanship and intricate design elements of the classical architecture. This is in style of Giovanni Battista Piranesi.

Artwork Details

Date
first quarter 17th century
Medium
pen and brown ink with brown wash and watercolor heightened with white over black chalk on laid paper
Dimensions
4748 × 3469 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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