This is a drawing of an architectural scene with various figures and elements. The scene depicts a complex layout with architectural structures, including columns, archways, and detailed facades. There are figures throughout the scene, some engaged in conversation, while others are reclined or in motion. Additionally, there is a horse and rider captured in motion towards the left. The drawing is sketch-like, with delicate lines emphasizing movement and structure over detail. The composition suggests a lively scene against a backdrop of classical architecture and landscape elements.
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This is a drawing of an architectural scene with various figures and elements. The scene depicts a complex layout with architectural structures, including columns, archways, and detailed facades. There are figures throughout the scene, some engaged in conversation, while others are reclined or in motion. Additionally, there is a horse and rider captured in motion towards the left. The drawing is sketch-like, with delicate lines emphasizing movement and structure over detail. The composition suggests a lively scene against a backdrop of classical architecture and landscape elements.

National Gallery of Art · Drawing

A Party in a Roman Villa [recto]

Pirro Ligorio

Medium
pen and brown ink on laid paper
Dimensions
overall: 28 x 21.3 cm (11 x 8 3/8 in.)
Classification
Drawing
Accession number
1986.38.1.a
Credit line
Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
Time span
1501 to 1550
Department
CG-E

Subjects and terms

  • Italian
  • exterior
  • architecture
  • Rome
  • Country home
Provenance

(Kate Ganz Limited, London); NGA purchase in 1986.

Watermarks

M or W with four sided clover

NGA object ID 67351. 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.