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Section of the Courtyard of Palazzo Farnese

Italian 16th Century

1560

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance Architectural

Dominant colour

Section of the Courtyard of Palazzo Farnese is a 1560 ink by Italian 16th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Italian 16th Century
When & what style?: 1560 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving shows a detailed section of a courtyard. It's filled with ornate carvings and sculptures. The artist paid close attention to the intricate details of the courtyard. You can see the careful lines and shapes that make up the scene. The courtyard's design is very elaborate, with many complex patterns. To learn more about this style of artwork, look up the technique: engraving.