The Piazza, Siena

1631

Bernardino Capitelli

Associated Names
Bernardino Capitelli

Artist, Italian, 1589 - 1639

This is a drawing of a festive bull event taking place in a large square surrounded by grand architecture and tall towers. The image shows a bustling scene with a central enclosed arena where a bull is being driven by several figures. Spectators fill the stands, which are drawn to resemble wooden structures. Tall buildings with colonnades and ornate facades line the perimeter of the square. The scene depicts a lively atmosphere with many individuals, including some on horseback. The words inscribed suggest an Italian location.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.902

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bartsch, undescribed


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1802

  • Bartsch, Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna, 1802-1821: Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna: J.V. Degen, 1802-1821.

Wikidata ID

Q65507883

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