The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1732: The Council of the Gods

Giovanni Battista Sintes probably after Nicola Michetti (designer and architect)

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a detailed etching with an elevated view of a scene. The horizon is obscured by architectural structures, with buildings and a circular structure serving as upper boundaries. Figures, chariots, and buildings are depicted in a classical style with intricate brushstrokes. The monochromatic color palette consists of shades of gray and beige. In the foreground, figures are engaged in activities, including a procession and a chariot around a fountain. The scene extends into a cloud-like structure with ornate elements and a dome in the background.