Charles de Wailly

French, 1729 - 1798

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This is a drawing of an ornately decorated ceiling. The image shows an elaborate architectural ceiling design, emphasizing an oval-shaped frame featuring a classical scene. The ceiling is decorated with intricate reliefs, classical motifs, and cherubic figures. The central oval scene depicts numerous figures, some riding chariots, surrounded by clouds, pointing to a heavenly or divine occurrence. The surrounding decorations showcase vases, rosettes, and possibly vegetal and floral designs, reflecting opulent baroque architectural style. The overall impression is one of grandeur and meticulous attention to detail typical of grand interior spaces from a classical period.
Louis-Jean Desprez, Design for the Ceiling of the Salon of the Palazzo Spinola, Genoa, 1777, etching on laid paper [proof], Ruth and Jacob Kainen Memorial Acquisition Fund, 2022.196.1

Design for the Ceiling of the Salon of the Palazzo Spinola, Genoa

Louis-Jean Desprez · 1777 · etching on laid paper [proof] ·  Accession ID  2022.196.1

This is a drawing of an ornately decorated architectural interior. The room features a central archway flanked by two doors, adorned with carvings and relief sculptures. The central arch leads into a vestibule area showcasing a statue on a plinth. The ceiling is adorned with frescoes, and the space contains sculptures, floral motifs, columns with elaborate capitals, decorative vases, and a chandelier.
Louis-Jean Desprez, Cross Section of the Salon of the Palazzo Spinola, Genoa, 1777, etching on laid paper [proof], Ruth and Jacob Kainen Memorial Acquisition Fund, 2022.196.2

Cross Section of the Salon of the Palazzo Spinola, Genoa

Louis-Jean Desprez · 1777 · etching on laid paper [proof] ·  Accession ID  2022.196.2

This is a detailed drawing of an ornate and grand interior space. The interior features a large hall or gallery with high ceilings and intricate architectural elements. The hall is adorned with tall, classical columns that line the walls, supporting the elaborate ceiling. The ceiling is rich with sculptural reliefs and frescoes. The floor is checkered with light and dark squares, adding to the sense of depth and perspective. The walls are intricately decorated with ornate moldings and detailed panels, some of which include sculptures. The overall atmosphere of the scene is one of opulence and classical grandeur, suggesting a setting of historical significance.
Louis-Jean Desprez, Perspectival View of the Salon of the Palazzo Spinola, Genoa, 1777, etching on laid paper [proof], Ruth and Jacob Kainen Memorial Acquisition Fund, 2022.196.3

Perspectival View of the Salon of the Palazzo Spinola, Genoa

Louis-Jean Desprez · 1777 · etching on laid paper [proof] ·  Accession ID  2022.196.3