Mausoleo Colleoni, Nella Cappella Omonima 1898

This 1898 engraving by Giuseppe Barberis depicts the Mausoleo Colleoni, a renowned Renaissance monument located in the Colleoni Chapel in Bergamo, Italy. The artwork showcases the intricate details of the mausoleum, featuring a central equestrian statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni, a prominent condottiere, atop a richly adorned base. The base is adorned with numerous sculpted figures and reliefs, reflecting the artistic dynamism of the period. The engraving highlights the grandeur and complexity of the mausoleum, considered a masterpiece of Renaissance art, while providing a testament to the artistic talents of the late 19th-century engraver, Giuseppe Barberis.