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published 1645

Agostino Mitelli (artist)

Associated Names

Agostino Mitelli

Artist, Italian, 1609 - 1660

This is a drawing of an architectural frontispiece with decorative elements. The image shows an intricately detailed architectural frame with columns, arches, a banner in the center with an inscription, and a coat of arms featuring an eagle's head and angelic figures. The architectural details include columns with decorative embellishments and drapery revealing the central banner. The focus is on architectural ornamentation and heraldic symbols.

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Artwork overview

Medium

Bound volume with etched title plate, etched dedication, 48 etched plates on 24 leaves (two plates per leaf).
Credit Line

Mark J. Millard Architectural Collection, David K.E. Bruce Fund
Dimensions

book: 38.6 x 28.3 cm (15 3/16 x 11 1/8 in.)
Accession Number

1985.61.2566

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Bibliography

2000

Pollak et al. 2000, no. 62

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