Catafalque for the Funeral of Giulio Thieni, Marquis of Scandiano

1621

Giovanni Luigi Valesio, after Nicolaus de Monte

Associated Names
Giovanni Luigi Valesio

Artist, Italian, 1583 - 1650

Nicolaus de Monte

Artist, Italian

The image shows an intricate architectural design with sculptures and symbols. It features a tall structure, possibly a monument or ceremonial altar. The base includes ornamental features like carved figures and patterns. Statuettes in niches adorn the structure, including a skeleton. At the top is a small sculpture with pointed spires resembling Gothic architecture, each topped with flames. Decorative elements like shields, crosses, and text panels are present, emphasizing heraldry and textual messaging. The detailed drawing suggests it may be a plan for an architectural project or ceremonial construct.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Vincent Buonanno

  • Dimensions

    plate: 51.8 × 18.4 cm (20 3/8 × 7 1/4 in.)
    sheet: 52.6 × 19.5 cm (20 11/16 × 7 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2023.41.15

  • Series Title

    Oratione funebre: di D. Eusebio Croce chierico regolare in morte dell'ill.mo et eccell.mo sig.r Giulio Thieni marchese di Scandiano

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Vincent Buonanno, Providence, RI; gift to National Gallery of Art, 2023

Associated Names

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