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The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1762: The Farnese Bull and Other Antiquities from Palazzo Farnese

Giuseppe Vasi, after Giuseppe Palazzi, after Paolo Posi

National Gallery of Art

The image is an architectural rendering seen from the front, displaying a symmetrical and detailed perspective of a grand building. The horizon line is low, the structure showcases elaborate engravings, statues on columns and obelisks. People can be seen nearby, and the color palette consists of subdued earthy tones with stylized clouds in the sky.

Artwork Details

Date
1762
Medium
etching
Dimensions
4000 × 2949 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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