Design for a Wall Elevation with Halved Alternate Designs for the Doorway (recto); Designs for a Quarter of a Ceiling, Design for a Wall Elevation (verso) 1774 - 1790
leonardomarini
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, ornament, print, architecture
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drawing
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aged paper
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ornament
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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ink paper printed
# print
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old engraving style
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etching
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tea stained
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personal sketchbook
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ink drawing experimentation
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arch
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men
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pen work
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architecture
"Design for a Wall Elevation with Halved Alternate Designs for the Doorway (recto); Designs for a Quarter of a Ceiling, Design for a Wall Elevation (verso)" is a drawing by Leonardo Marini, an Italian architect and designer active in the late 18th century. This detailed design, likely created between 1774 and 1790, showcases the intricate Rococo style prevalent during this period. The drawing depicts a decorative wall elevation with a doorway, showcasing the ornate carvings, moldings, and floral motifs characteristic of Rococo interior design. This drawing provides a glimpse into the aesthetic preferences and architectural practices of the time.
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