Ontwerp voor een toneeldecor van een voorportaal van een gevangenis (?) 1779

This 1779 drawing by Dutch artist Pieter (I) Barbiers is a design for a stage set, possibly depicting a prison entrance. The architectural style is reminiscent of a medieval or Renaissance building, with arched doorways and stone columns. The doors, with their intricate details, appear to be made of wood. Barbiers is known for his work as a set designer and painter of theater backdrops, often creating immersive and evocative scenes for audiences. The drawing, small in scale, showcases his talent for creating realistic and detailed architectural representations. The set design, with its sense of grandeur and antiquity, would have contributed to the dramatic effect of theatrical performances.