Artwork
Villa Madama a Rome
Villa Madama a Rome is a graphite drawing by the Romanticist artist Charles Percier. It dates from 1809 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Villa Madama a Rome is a drawing by Charles Percier, created in 1809, using pen and gray ink with brown wash over graphite on cream wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts the floor plan of Villa Madama, a grand house, surrounded by decorative frames featuring cherubs, coats of arms, and ornate designs, suggesting its intended use as a presentation drawing for a wealthy client or patron.
Technique & Style
The work combines simple, functional architectural rendering with elaborate decorative elements, showcasing Percier's skill in both draftsmanship and ornamental design.
Artist & collection
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Floor Plan [verso]
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