Grafmonument voor Matilda van Canossa 1696 - 1717

This architectural design for a monumental tomb by Giovanni Girolamo Frezza was created between 1696 and 1717. The design features a sarcophagus flanked by two cherubs and a female figure standing in an arched niche above. The figure is adorned with a long red robe, holding a book and a scepter, signifying her status and knowledge. Two columns support the elaborate structure, enhancing the grandeur of the design. The composition evokes the grandeur and solemnity associated with such commemorative monuments, reflecting the style of Baroque architecture popular during Frezza’s time.