Design for Pulpit with Papal Tiara 18th century
anonymous
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print, architecture
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drawing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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pencil sketch
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sketch book
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personal sketchbook
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coloured pencil
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arch
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sketchbook drawing
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watercolour illustration
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sketchbook art
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watercolor
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architecture
This 18th-century anonymous drawing is a design for a pulpit with a papal tiara. The design features an elaborate structure topped by a figure holding a cross, symbolizing the Catholic faith. The intricate details of the pulpit and the presence of the tiara suggest a design for a papal chapel or a significant church. This drawing offers a glimpse into the architectural and artistic styles prevalent during the 18th century, showcasing the grandeur and ornate decoration favored in religious spaces.
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