The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1743: Venus Genetrix

1743

Miguel de Sorellò, after François Hutin

Associated Names
Miguel de Sorellò

Etcher, Spanish, c. 1700 - c. 1765

François Hutin

Artist After, French, 1685 - 1758

This is a drawing of an assembly of classical figures in a celestial and underwater setting. The artwork illustrates a gathering of mythological deities and creatures, set against an expansive backdrop of clouds and waves. In the upper part of the image, several figures recline on clouds, including a central figure holding a set of compasses, and another pouring liquid from a large vessel. Other figures seem to be observing or engaging in activities. Below, there are mermaids or sea creatures emerging from the ocean, gathered around a reclining figure with a large shell above their head. The scene is executed with intricate detail, highlighting the flowing drapery and dynamic movement of the figures. The drawing also contains a richly detailed border and an inscription at the bottom.

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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. 35.

Inscriptions

Lettered LL: "F. Hutin inv. e dis." and "Michele Sorello' inc. con lic. de Sup."
Lettered LC: "Prospettiva della Prima Macchina rappresentante Venere Genitrice [...] l'Ann. 1743"

Wikidata ID

Q77258621

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