Design for a Theater Interior 1700 - 1773

This pen-and-ink drawing by Luigi Vanvitelli is a design for a theater interior. Created between 1700 and 1773, it depicts a section of the stage, showcasing the elaborate architectural details of the period. The design features a central arched opening flanked by two columns, each topped with a decorative cornice. The arched opening is framed by a draped curtain, suggestive of theatrical staging. The use of delicate lines and a focus on the spatial arrangement of the elements exemplifies the architectural drawing style of the time. This drawing is a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of Vanvitelli, a prominent architect of the Baroque and Rococo periods, known for his masterful work on theaters, churches and palaces.