Palazzo Giroud Torlioni, elevation, cornice details (recto) Calculation table (verso) 1500 - 1560
anonymous
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print, architecture
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architectural sketch
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drawing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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homemade paper
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ink paper printed
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parchment
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etching
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tea stained
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arch
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architecture drawing
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watercolor
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architecture
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building
This anonymous architectural drawing from the 16th century depicts the elevation and cornice details of the Palazzo Giroud Torlioni in Rome. The detailed pen and ink drawing showcases the building's facade, highlighting the intricate design of its windows, columns, and brickwork. The verso of the sheet features a calculation table, suggesting this drawing was likely a working design for the building. The drawing offers a glimpse into the architectural practices of the Renaissance and provides valuable insight into the design principles of the period.
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