Master PS

Italian (?), active 1535/1537

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This is a drawing of an architectural capital in the Corinthian style. The artwork shows a Corinthian capital ornamented with acanthus leaves and scrollwork, detailed with etching lines. Florid embellishments are featured. The drawing includes measurements and Latin inscriptions. The text and borders contribute to its historical and educational context.
Master PS, Capital from the Colosseum, Rome, 1537, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.11.104

Capital from the Colosseum, Rome

Master PS · 1537 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1946.11.104

This is a drawing of an architectural order. The drawing shows detailed architectural elements of a Corinthian column with precise measurements and annotations. The drawing depicts a stylized column capital adorned with ornate foliage and scroll motifs typical of the Corinthian order. Detailed lines and shading give a three-dimensional effect to the decorative elements, including acanthus leaves and scrollwork. Lion heads are carved in relief, embellishing the frieze area. The overall composition is laid out with precise notations, indicating dimensions and proportional relationships, likely for an architectural or educational purpose. Latin text is inscribed, providing additional context about the drawing, including the title 'CORINTHIA.'
Master PS, Entablature from the Temple of Vespasian, Rome, 1537, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.11.103

Entablature from the Temple of Vespasian, Rome

Master PS · 1537 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1946.11.103

This is a drawing of architectural elements of the Corinthian order. The drawing showcases detailed sections of Corinthian capitals with precise measurements and annotations written in Latin. The intricate designs feature typical Corinthian acanthus leaves and ornaments, highlighting the classic order's decorative elements. It appears as if two sections are outlined, showing plan and elevation views, with highly detailed drawing techniques to convey their volumetric form. The measurements are carefully marked along the side. The text provides further context.
Master PS, Entablatures from Santa Pudenziana and the Arch of Camigliano, Rome, 1537, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.11.97

Entablatures from Santa Pudenziana and the Arch of Camigliano, Rome

Master PS · 1537 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1946.11.97

This is a drawing of architectural details of a Corinthian column. The drawing provides a depiction of the intricate design elements of Corinthian architecture, with measurements and annotations. The image focuses on the capitals and entablature of the column, showcasing the acanthus leaves and volutes typical of the Corinthian order. The drawing includes measurements and Latin inscriptions, suggesting instructional or reference purposes. The layout is technical, with a focus on proportional accuracy and detailing.
Master PS, Entablature from the Basilica Ulpia, Rome, 1537, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.11.98

Entablature from the Basilica Ulpia, Rome

Master PS · 1537 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1946.11.98

This is a drawing of an architectural column detail. The drawing presents a detailed technical study of a Corinthian column capital. The design features include carvings of acanthus leaves and volutes, characteristic of the Corinthian order. The image includes a schematic representation with measurements marked. There is attention to the decoration, including a winged creature. The annotations in the drawing are written in Latin.
Master PS, Entablature from the Temple of Antoninus and Faustina, Rome, 1537, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.11.101

Entablature from the Temple of Antoninus and Faustina, Rome

Master PS · 1537 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1946.11.101

This is a drawing of an architectural Corinthian capital. The drawing depicts a detailed section of a classical Corinthian column with an emphasis on its intricate capital. The column is adorned with acanthus leaves and scrolls. Measurements and annotations in Latin are included alongside the drawings, which are labeled to provide insight into the structural proportions of the capital. The text at the bottom reads "CORINTHIA," and further notations appear to describe dimension specifics. The drawing aims to document the architecture of the Corinthian order.
Master PS, Entablature from the Temple of Castor and Pollux, Rome, 1537, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.11.100

Entablature from the Temple of Castor and Pollux, Rome

Master PS · 1537 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1946.11.100

This is a drawing of architectural details of a Corinthian order. The illustration features multiple views of the capital design characteristic of the Corinthian style, known for its acanthus leaves and scroll patterns. The drawing includes measurements and annotations, highlighting the focus on the proportional and decorative elements of the structure. The lines are fine and detailed, suggesting it served an educational or planning purpose for architects or artists studying classical architecture.
Master PS, Entablature from the Church of Saint Bibiana, Rome, 1537, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.11.99

Entablature from the Church of Saint Bibiana, Rome

Master PS · 1537 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1946.11.99

The image is a drawing of a Corinthian column capital. The illustration features an ornate Corinthian capital with acanthus leaves and scrolls, depicted with line work and shading. Below the capital is Latin text, including the word "CORINTHIO" and other notations.
Master PS, Capitals from the Baths of Antoninus, Rome, 1535, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.11.102

Capitals from the Baths of Antoninus, Rome

Master PS · 1535 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1946.11.102