Freggi Dell'Architettura
Mitelli, Agostino · Italian
published 1645
- Medium
- Bound volume with etched title plate, etched dedication, 48 etched plates on 24 leaves (two plates per leaf).
- Classification
- Volume
- Period
- 1601 to 1650
- Image size
- 5358 × 7314px
Description
This is a drawing of an architectural frontispiece with decorative elements. The image shows an intricately detailed architectural frame with columns, arches, a banner in the center with an inscription, and a coat of arms featuring an eagle's head and angelic figures. The architectural details include columns with decorative embellishments and drapery revealing the central banner. The focus is on architectural ornamentation and heraldic symbols.
Rights & Source
Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).