Lantern of Cupola, St. Peter's, Rome by Sir Christopher Wren

Lantern of Cupola, St. Peter's, Rome n.d.

drawing, print, paper, ink, ink-drawings, graphite, pen

drawing

aged paper

toned paper

light pencil work

blue ink drawing

print

pencil sketch

old engraving style

paper

personal sketchbook

ink

ink-drawings

water

graphite

sketchbook drawing

pen

watercolour illustration

storyboard and sketchbook work

Sir Christopher Wren, a prominent English architect, created this detailed architectural drawing of the Lantern of Cupola, St. Peter's in Rome, showcasing the intricate details and structure of the iconic dome. The drawing, part of Wren's extensive collection of architectural studies, highlights his fascination with Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Wren's meticulous attention to detail and his skill in depicting architectural elements are evident in this work, which serves as a valuable record of the architectural history of St. Peter's Basilica, a major landmark in Rome and a symbol of the Catholic Church.