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This is a drawing of an architectural setting. The drawing showcases a grand building facade with classical architectural elements, such as columns, arches, and decorative details. At the top of the structure, there is a large crown and several sculptures of figures positioned on the roof and ledges. The central part of the building's facade leads to an entrance or a throne area. Around the building, there is a gathering of people suggesting an event or ceremony. The intricate details depict a scene that captures the grandeur and formality of the environment.
National Gallery of Art · Print
Altar for Corpus Christi Day
Stefano Della Bella
- Date
- probably 1648
- Medium
- etching
- Classification
- Accession number
- 1981.13.1
- Credit line
- Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
- Time span
- 1601 to 1650
- Department
- CG-E
Subjects and terms
- Florentine
- architecture
- Stairs
- Altar
- Festival
- Statue
- Procession
- Building
- Figures
- Writing
NGA object ID 60665. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.