Design for One Eighth of a Ceiling of a Reception Room at the Royal Palace at Moncalieri 1774 - 1778

Leonardo Marini's "Design for One Eighth of a Ceiling of a Reception Room at the Royal Palace at Moncalieri" is a delicate pencil drawing created between 1774 and 1778. This preparatory sketch depicts a portion of a richly ornamented ceiling, featuring a central figure with a spear, a decorative cartouche, and an intricate floral motif. Marini, known for his masterful architectural designs, envisioned this ceiling for the Royal Palace at Moncalieri, showcasing the elegance and grandeur of the era. The drawing's meticulous detail and flowing lines highlight the artist's keen eye for composition and his ability to translate architectural concepts onto paper, offering a glimpse into the creative process behind grand decorative schemes.