The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1757: The Fortress of Cockaigne

1757

Giuseppe Pozzi, after Giuseppe Palazzi, after Paolo Posi

Associated Names
Giuseppe Pozzi

Etcher, Roman, 1723 - 1765

Giuseppe Palazzi

Artist After, Italian, c. 1740 - 1810

Paolo Posi

Artist After, Italian, 1708 - 1776

The image shows an elaborate architectural structure viewed from the front. The horizon is low, with ornate architecture resembling a grand fortress adorned with intricate carvings and sculptures. Flags and banners on top of towers sway gently. People and animals near the structure add scale and activity. Some individuals seem to be part of a procession or gathering. The artwork features meticulous line work and brushstrokes creating depth and texture. The color scheme is mainly sepia, giving an antique look to the scene. In the background, an elaborate fountain structure complements the grand theme.

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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1994

  • Gori Sassoli, Mario. Della Chinea e di altre "Macchine di gioia". Apparati architettonici per fuochi d'artificio a Roma nel Settecento. Milan, 1994, no. 64.

Inscriptions

Lettered LL: "Paolo Posi Architetto"
Lettered LC: "Giuseppe Palazzi disegno'"
Lettered LR: "Giuseppe Palazzi incise"
Lettered LC: "Disegno della Seconda Machina rappresentante una Cuccagna a similitudine di quelle che si fanno nej felicissimi Regni delle due Sicilie [...] l'Anno 1757"

Wikidata ID

Q77258655

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