Elevation of the Gallery in the Palazzo Doria-Pamphilj, Rome by Anonymous

Elevation of the Gallery in the Palazzo Doria-Pamphilj, Rome 1645 - 1655

drawing, print, architecture

drawing

natural stone pattern

aged paper

toned paper

homemade paper

print

paper texture

tea stained

coloured pencil

coffee painting

arch

watercolour illustration

watercolor

architecture

This anonymous drawing, "Elevation of the Gallery in the Palazzo Doria-Pamphilj, Rome," depicts a detailed architectural plan for a grand gallery within the Palazzo Doria-Pamphilj in Rome. Created sometime between 1645 and 1655, the drawing showcases the elegant design of the gallery, emphasizing its proportions and the use of classical elements, which would have been appreciated by contemporary viewers interested in the art of architecture. The drawing is housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY, and stands as a testament to the craftsmanship of the period.