Preliminary Study: Rotunda without Central Feature

1937

John Russell Pope and Otto R. Eggers

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John Russell Pope

Architect, American, 1874 - 1937

Otto R. Eggers

Architect, American, 1882 - 1964

This is a drawing of a rotunda's interior. It features large columns supporting a dome with a coffered ceiling. The perspective emphasizes the symmetry of the architecture. The foreground showcases columns framing a corridor lined with pillars. Light and shadow play is depicted, suggesting natural light from above. The scene highlights the elegance and classical design of the rotunda. The composition guides the viewer's eye from the entrance to the central opening within the dome.
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Q64583963

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