Egid Quirin Asam

German, 1692 - 1750

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This is a drawing of a decorative architectural ceiling. The artwork features an ornate ceiling design with a central medallion depicting a vivid scene surrounded by elaborate stucco-like embellishments. Various monochromatic and color-tinted panels radiate from the center, each hosting different scenes filled with figures and dynamic movements. The golden and orange hues combined with delicate shading give the piece a vibrant and three-dimensional appearance. The intricate patterns and details suggest a blend of classical and baroque influences, with rich textures and elaborate framing elements adorning the entire composition.
Egid Quirin Asam, The Life of Ignatius Loyola, 1748/1749, brush and gray wash with watercolor over graphite, heightened with white, on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1974.3.1

The Life of Ignatius Loyola

Egid Quirin Asam · 1748/1749 · brush and gray wash with watercolor over graphite, heightened with white, on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1974.3.1