Facade of the Church of San Lorenzo, Florence

1637

Stefano Della Bella

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Stefano Della Bella

Artist, Florentine, 1610 - 1664

This is a drawing of a church façade created for a ceremonial occasion. The illustration depicts an ornate architectural design with classical elements, such as sculptures, pillars, and decorative motifs. The façade is decorated with intricate carvings, including an emblem featuring an eagle with a crown. In the center, there is an angelic figure with wings, perched atop a cartouche with inscribed text, potentially related to a dedication or event. On each side of the main entrance are tall, narrow doorways topped by reliefs and flanked by sculptural figures. The lower section of the drawing is bordered with text providing information about the representation, indicating that the scene is tied to the Honors of His Majesty, likely a commemorative event for the Emperor Ferdinand II.

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Bibliography

1906

  • Vesme, Alexandre de (Baudi di Vesme, Alessandro). Le peintre-graveur italien; ouvrage faisant suite au peintre-graveur de Bartsch. Milan: Ulrico Hoepli, 1906: no.75.

1971

  • De Vesme, Alexandre, Phyllis Dearborn Massar.Stefano Della Bella. New York, 1971: no.75.

Wikidata ID

Q74873449

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