Tommaso Catrani

Italian, 1732 - 1824

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This is a drawing of an architectural structure. The image depicts a grand, symmetrical building with classical architectural elements such as Corinthian columns, arched arcades, and statues. The building is elevated on a platform with two sweeping staircases. Statues of lions and human figures adorn the parapets. The foreground features a procession scene with horse-drawn carriages and figures. The sky is filled with decorative clouds. The drawing is richly detailed, showcasing intricate engraving craftsmanship.
Giuseppe Vasi, The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1764: A Capitol Building, 1764, etching, Gift of Vincent Buonanno in Honor of Andrew Robison, 2016.121.37

The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1764: A Capitol Building

Giuseppe Vasi · 1764 · etching ·  Accession ID  2016.121.37

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The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1764: A Capitol Building

Giuseppe Vasi, Various Artists · 1764 · etching ·  Accession ID  2016.121.66.33