Studies for the Façade of Santa Cristina [recto]

c. 1715

Filippo Juvarra

Associated Names
Filippo Juvarra

Artist, Sicilian, 1678 - 1736

The image depicts architectural sketches and details of a complex and ornate structure with a classical façade adorned with columns, arches, and statues. Additional sketches and architectural ornaments are included to provide insight into the architectural elements being contemplated. The drawing showcases preliminary design work and captures grandeur and intricacy in architectural planning.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and brown ink over black chalk on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    overall (approximate): 30 x 41.5 cm (11 13/16 x 16 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1981.27.1.a

Associated Artworks

This is a depiction of an architectural floor plan. It is a detailed floor plan of a building with symmetrical design featuring a large central circular area connected by four extending semicircular sections at each corner. The drawing includes precise lines, shaded areas to indicate different elements of the structure, a scale indicator at the bottom, and architectural annotations throughout. The drawing is on slightly aged paper.

Floor Plan [verso]

Filippo Juvarra

1678

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Stanza del Borgo, Milan); acquired 1981 by NGA.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

upper right: 38; lower left: Pianta superiore / Pianta inferiore

Wikidata ID

Q64561492

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