Pen and black ink, brush and watercolor, over black chalk on paper
Type:
architecture
Drawing
Object Name:
Drawing
Made in:
Italy
Date:
ca. 1780
Catalogue Status:
Research in Progress
Description:
Elevation and plan, one above the other, of a Classical temple. The building is located on a platform and reached via steps (nine in total). A narrow, steep flight of stairs leads to the door. There are two statues located at the foot of the stairs. Portico with two rows of four Ionic columns and a triangular pediment. Above, a high drum and a dome. The plan portion of the drawing shows the temple on a large platform.
Credit Line:
Museum purchase through gift of various donors and from Eleanor G. Hewitt Fund
