Architectural Design for a Ceiling with a Dome by Flaminio Innocenzo Minozzi

Architectural Design for a Ceiling with a Dome 1735 - 1817

drawing, print, architecture

drawing

natural stone pattern

aged paper

toned paper

print

light earthy tone

historic architecture

traditional architecture

tile art

earthy tone

arch

cardboard

watercolor

architecture

This architectural design for a ceiling with a dome, by Flaminio Innocenzo Minozzi (1735-1817), showcases the intricate detail and grandeur of 18th-century Italian interior design. The drawing, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts a highly decorated ceiling, with a central dome and an ornate frame composed of moldings, garlands, and geometric patterns. The design is executed in pen and wash, showcasing the artist's mastery of line and light. This drawing exemplifies Minozzi's skill in architectural design and demonstrates the decorative splendor of the Rococo style in Italy.