Study for "The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1754: An Allegory of Waterworks"

Paolo Posi

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an architectural façade. The structure is symmetrically arranged, with a central archway flanked by smaller entrances. Above the archway, there is an emblem adorned with symbols and figures. The façade includes columns, statues, balustrades, and domed roof elements at the top of each section. A wide staircase leads up to the entrance. The drawing features precise lines and a subtle wash to highlight the architectural details and spatial relationships.