Tomb of Dante, Ravenna

c. 1898

John Russell Pope

Associated Names
John Russell Pope

Artist, American, 1874 - 1937

This is a drawing of an architectural structure. The drawing depicts the elevation view of a classical-style building façade. 

The structure includes a central arched doorway with a pediment above it. It is made of brickwork with an arched entrance. A triangular pediment is above the entrance, supported by pilasters. A decorative crest is above the doorway. The design features a dome with detailing at the top. There are ornamental brackets under the roof cornice. The drawing includes annotations in cursive at the lower right corner, mentioning 'John Russell Pope.' This monochromatic piece showcases classical architectural drawing techniques, emphasizing symmetry and precision.

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Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Ravenna. / Tomb of Dante. / Drawn to Scale 3/8" = 1 foot. / John Russell Pope; upper right in graphite, circled: 15; upper left verso in blue pencil: Pencil Points / Fig 16 / Block 7 1/2" high as noted at / left side.

Wikidata ID

Q64583900

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