Domenico Maria Fratta

Italian, 1696 - 1763

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This is a drawing of an elaborate classical scene. The image depicted a large architectural structure, resembling a grand portico or triumphal arch, adorned with sculptures and framed by trees. In front of the structure, there are figures engaged in various activities. The drawing captures the flowing robes and gestures of these figures, surrounded by trees and foliage. The composition is set against a backdrop of hills and buildings, adding depth. The artwork is executed with fine lines and shading.
Domenico Maria Fratta, Monument to William Chancellor Cowper, 1732, pen and brown ink over traces of black chalk on laid paper; partially pricked for transfer, Gift of the Christian Humann Foundation, 1996.128.17

Monument to William Chancellor Cowper

Domenico Maria Fratta · 1732 · pen and brown ink over traces of black chalk on laid paper; partially pricked for transfer ·  Accession ID  1996.128.17
This is a drawing of an architectural scene featuring grand columns with Corinthian capitals supporting a large structure resembling a temple or palace. The scene includes statues of horses and human figures, intricate carvings, and classical motifs. A dome-like structure with detailed decoration is visible at the top. The columns are arranged to create depth and grandeur. Trees and foliage in the background suggest an open or exterior setting. The drawing is characterized by precise linework and shading, creating a three-dimensional effect.
Domenico Maria Fratta, Monument to King George I, 1732, pen and brown ink over traces of black chalk, heightened with white on prepared paper; partially pricked for transfer, Gift of the Christian Humann Foundation, 1996.128.16

Monument to King George I

Domenico Maria Fratta · 1732 · pen and brown ink over traces of black chalk, heightened with white on prepared paper; partially pricked for transfer ·  Accession ID  1996.128.16
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Le Pitture di Pellegrino Tibaldi e di Niccolò Abbati esistenti nell'Instituto di Bologna, Descritte ed Illustrate da Giampietro Zanotti...

Giovanni Battista Brustolon, Joseph Wagner, Bartolommeo Crivellari, Giampietro Zanotti · published 1756 · 1 vol: ill: etched and engraved frontispiece by Bartolommeo Crivellari after Giovanni Battista Moretti, etched and engraved title page vignette by Crivellari after Lodovico Carracci, 2 portrait engravings by Joseph Wagner after "Cajentus" Gandolfi andDomenico Ferretti, plus various tail-and head-pieces and vignettes, plus 41 etching and engravings (full-page, versos blank) by Crivellari, except 4 by Giovanni Battista Brustolon, after artists include Domenico Fratta, Pellegrino Tibaldi, AngeloCarboni, Brustolon, Luigi Balugani, Niccolò dell' Abate, Sebastiano Gamma, Gabriel Söderling ·  Accession ID  1983.49.148