Artwork

Doorway of Farnese Palace

Doorway of Farnese Palace, by Vignola, ink, 1642
Doorway of Farnese Palace, by Vignola, ink, 1642

Doorway of Farnese Palace is an ink print by the Baroque artist Vignola. It dates from 1642 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Doorway of Farnese Palace is an engraving on laid paper created by Vignola around 1642.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts an ornate doorway with columns, carvings, and an arch, rendered in a way that suggests three-dimensionality through the use of light and shadow.

Technique & Style

The engraving technique, involving cutting lines into metal, allows for the creation of varying dark and light areas, giving the doorway a sense of depth and volume without the use of color.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Vignola

Artist

Vignola

Vignola (1642–1642) was an artist.

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