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Architectural Capriccio with a Soldier and Dog

Vittorio Maria Bigari

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate architectural interior featuring a series of large classical columns with ornate capitals supporting an intricately decorated ceiling with arches. The ceiling is adorned with sculptural elements and decorative motifs, including scrolls and floral designs. In the background, there is a statue or sculptural figure near a set of steps leading to another section of the space. Light and shadow in the drawing highlight the depth and dimension of the architectural features. The precise linework and shading give the space a sense of realism and depth.

Artwork Details

Date
mid-18th century
Medium
pen and brown and black ink with gray wash over traces of graphite on laid paper
Dimensions
6459 × 9561 px
Public Domain
Yes
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