Elevation "della nuova Galleria" 1796 - 1873

Giovanni Battista Silvestri's "Elevation 'della nuova Galleria'" is a detailed architectural drawing that depicts the interior of a gallery. The drawing, completed between 1796 and 1873, showcases a cross-section of the gallery's design, featuring a vaulted ceiling, ornate moldings, and a series of arched windows with flowing curtains. Silvestri, a renowned Italian artist, captured the grandeur and elegance of the gallery through his meticulous lines and watercolor washes, emphasizing the interplay of light and shadow. This architectural drawing, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, provides valuable insight into the architectural and decorative styles of the 19th century.