Filippo Juvarra

Ivara, Filippo
Juvara, Filippo

Sicilian, 1678 - 1736

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The image depicts architectural sketches and details of a complex and ornate structure with a classical façade adorned with columns, arches, and statues. Additional sketches and architectural ornaments are included to provide insight into the architectural elements being contemplated. The drawing showcases preliminary design work and captures grandeur and intricacy in architectural planning.
Filippo Juvarra, Studies for the Façade of Santa Cristina [recto], c. 1715, pen and brown ink over black chalk on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.27.1.a

Studies for the Façade of Santa Cristina [recto]

Filippo Juvarra · c. 1715 · pen and brown ink over black chalk on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1981.27.1.a

The image shows two circular architectural compositions side by side. The left composition displays a large domed building with a detailed facade, columns, and statues. An arched bridge-like structure is nearby, with a figure looking towards the scene. The right composition features grand steps leading to another domed edifice, surrounded by trees and decorative urns. Intricate colonnades and statues are present. Both scenes use fine lines, blue washes, sepia tones, and soft blues. The horizon is suggested by the arrangement of the architectural elements within the circular frames, without a defined landscape. Cursive inscriptions and ink blots are also present.
Filippo Juvarra, Architectural Fantasies with Temples and Pyramids, 1704, pen and iron gall ink with blue and brown wash on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1989.6.1

Architectural Fantasies with Temples and Pyramids

Filippo Juvarra · 1704 · pen and iron gall ink with blue and brown wash on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1989.6.1

This is a depiction of an architectural floor plan. It is a detailed floor plan of a building with symmetrical design featuring a large central circular area connected by four extending semicircular sections at each corner. The drawing includes precise lines, shaded areas to indicate different elements of the structure, a scale indicator at the bottom, and architectural annotations throughout. The drawing is on slightly aged paper.
Filippo Juvarra, Floor Plan [verso], pen and brown ink with gray wash over black chalk on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.27.1.b

Floor Plan [verso]

Filippo Juvarra · · pen and brown ink with gray wash over black chalk on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1981.27.1.b

This image shows an architectural structure with a central dome flanked by two smaller domes. The central building is detailed with columns and ornate decorations, with two pyramidal towers on each side. The composition includes symmetrical elements, intricate stonework, and a forest of trees in the background. A coat of arms and an unfinished scroll embellish the bottom of the structure.
Giuseppe Vasi, Sepulcher for the Kings of France, 1739, etching and engraving on laid paper, Gift of Henry and Judith Rice Millon, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1991.203.23

Sepulcher for the Kings of France

Giuseppe Vasi · 1739 · etching and engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1991.203.23

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Teodosio il Giovane, Dramma posto in musica dal Signor Filippo Amadei e rappresentato in Roma l'Anno 1711

Filippo Juvarra, Filippo Amadei · 1712 · bound volume with 12 etchings ·  Accession ID  1999.105.1