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S. Giovanni in Laterano from "Prospectus Locurum Urbis Romae Insign[ium]"

Lievin Cruyl , 1666

S. Giovanni in Laterano from "Prospectus Locurum Urbis Romae Insign[ium]", by Lievin Cruyl, 1666
S. Giovanni in Laterano from "Prospectus Locurum Urbis Romae Insign[ium]", by Lievin Cruyl, 1666

S. Giovanni in Laterano from "Prospectus Locurum Urbis Romae Insign[ium]" is a print by the Baroque artist Lievin Cruyl. It dates from 1666 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.
1991.64.8
Credit line
Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings Fund

About this work

Overview

This print, created by Lievin Cruyl in 1666, is part of the series 'Prospectus Locurum Urbis Romae Insign[ium]'. It is a black-and-white depiction held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows the courtyard of S. Giovanni in Laterano, a significant Roman site, with an obelisk at its center. Latin numerals identify various buildings, suggesting the work serves as a detailed, annotated representation of the location.

Technique & Style

The composition features a range of techniques, from the detailed rendering of architecture and figures to the lightly sketched sky and framing tree branch. The use of Latin labels adds to the work's informative character.

Piazza del Popolo from "Prospectus Locurum Urbis Romae Insign[ium]"
Piazza del Popolo from "Prospectus Locurum Urbis Romae Insign[ium]", Lievin Cruyl

Artist & collection

Portrait of Lievin Cruyl

Artist

Lievin Cruyl

Lievin Cruyl or Lieven Cruyl was a Flemish priest and a draughtsman and etcher of landscapes, seascapes, and architectural views.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted S. Giovanni in Laterano from "Prospectus Locurum Urbis Romae Insign[ium]"?

S. Giovanni in Laterano from "Prospectus Locurum Urbis Romae Insign[ium]" was painted by Lievin Cruyl in 1666.

Where can I see S. Giovanni in Laterano from "Prospectus Locurum Urbis Romae Insign[ium]"?

S. Giovanni in Laterano from "Prospectus Locurum Urbis Romae Insign[ium]" is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is S. Giovanni in Laterano from "Prospectus Locurum Urbis Romae Insign[ium]"?

S. Giovanni in Laterano from "Prospectus Locurum Urbis Romae Insign[ium]" is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of S. Giovanni in Laterano from "Prospectus Locurum Urbis Romae Insign[ium]"?

Museum-quality prints of S. Giovanni in Laterano from "Prospectus Locurum Urbis Romae Insign[ium]" are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.