Vignette with an Allegorical Figure of Astronomy by Mauro Gandolfi

Vignette with an Allegorical Figure of Astronomy 1793 - 1803

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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pencil sketch

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human-figures

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coloured pencil

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coffee painting

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underpainting

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watercolour bleed

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Mauro Gandolfi's "Vignette with an Allegorical Figure of Astronomy" (1793-1803) is a delicate and detailed drawing that showcases the artist's mastery of line and composition. The central figure, representing Astronomy, holds a celestial globe, while an angel above her reaches towards the heavens. The drawing is framed by elaborate rococo scrollwork, adding a sense of movement and grandeur to the scene. Gandolfi's work, like this drawing, is known for its meticulous attention to detail and the subtle use of color. The work, now held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the world of Neoclassical art and the enduring fascination with the heavens.

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