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Interior of a Barn Built on Ancient Ruins

Michele Canzio

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an architectural interior with various wooden beams and structures. The drawing depicts a wooden interior with a large open area, overhead wooden beam structure, high ceiling, staircase leading up to a balcony with railings, barrels, and a ladder against a pillar. In the background, there are hints of other buildings and trees, indicating a larger rural complex or village. The style is detailed, focusing primarily on the architectural elements and their interactions with the surroundings.

Artwork Details

Medium
pen and brown ink with brown chalk over graphite on wove paper, incised for transfer
Dimensions
5130 × 3550 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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