Artwork
Palazzo Pollini, Siena, Attributed to Peruzzi
Palazzo Pollini, Siena, Attributed to Peruzzi is a graphite drawing by the Impressionist artist John Russell Pope. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. This graphite drawing, attributed to Baldassare Peruzzi, depicts the Palazzo Pollini in Siena.
About this work
Overview
This graphite drawing, attributed to Baldassare Peruzzi, depicts the Palazzo Pollini in Siena. Created in an unknown date, it presents a detailed representation of the building's facade.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing shows a three-story building with distinct window styles on each floor, suggesting a Renaissance architectural influence. The notation 'Palazzo Pollini, Siena' indicates the drawing's subject is a specific palace in Siena, Italy.
Technique & Style
The drawing features precise measurements in feet, indicating its purpose as an architectural study or record. The varying window sizes and styles across the three floors are rendered in graphite, showcasing the artist's attention to detail.
History & Provenance
Although attributed to Peruzzi, the drawing was previously associated with John Russell Pope, who created it in 1896, potentially as a study or homage to Peruzzi's style.
Artist & collection
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