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Architectural Details for a Wall Decoration with Empress Maria Theresia Embracing the Young Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Moritz von Schwind

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an architectural sketch featuring decorative elements and structures. The drawing illustrates a section of a building interior or facade with ornate architectural details, such as archways and column capitals. In the middle of the composition, there is a figure of a woman sitting on an elaborate chair. The drawing is executed in a loose, sketchy style, with detailed line work. The use of curves and scrolls in the embellishments adds to the intricate design.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1864
Medium
pen and brown ink on ivory paper
Dimensions
3289 × 3995 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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