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The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1765: A Decorated Building with Cockaigne Poles

Giuseppe Vasi, after Giuseppe Palazzi, after Paolo Posi

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts an architectural façade with classical elements. The building is adorned with statues, flags, and decorative garlands. It has multiple levels with open windows showing interior figures, and the façade is detailed with reliefs and classical columns. In the foreground, there is a large procession with figures and horse-drawn carriages moving past the structure. The sky has soft clouds.

Artwork Details

Date
1765
Medium
etching
Dimensions
4000 × 2904 px
Public Domain
Yes
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