Design for the ceiling of an apse or chapel, decorated with coffers enclosing angels displaying the instruments of the Passion
1550
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
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1550
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Design for the ceiling of an apse or chapel, decorated with coffers enclosing angels displaying the instruments of the Passion is a 1550 by Giovanni Guerra, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This drawing shows a half-circle ceiling packed with small scenes. Each section has angels holding objects like nails, a spear, and a crown of thorns. The centerpiece is a cross with a figure on it, surrounded by more angels. The edges are framed by decorative borders with tiny figures and patterns. The drawing looks like a plan for a chapel ceiling, focusing on symbols tied to Christianity. The artist used careful lines to fill every space with detail. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
The drawing is executed in pen, ink, and wash on paper by Giovanni Guerra, dated to around 1550, and depicts a design for the ceiling of an apse or chapel. It features coffers containing angels holding the instruments of the Passion. The work entered the collection of Sir Thomas Lawrence before passing through S. Woodburn and was acquired at a Christie’s sale in 1860.
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