1665
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Sketches of Windows and Pilasters of the Attic Storey of the Collegio di Propaganda Fide (verso) is a 1665 by Lievin Cruyl, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This is a worn, yellowed piece of paper with faint pencil drawings on it. The drawings appear to be architectural sketches, possibly of windows and pilasters. The paper is stained and has tears along the edges. The sketches are light and delicate, suggesting that they were made quickly. The artist's hand is evident in the loose lines and gentle curves of the drawings. The paper's age and wear give the sketches a sense of history and nostalgia. If you're interested in learning more about the artistic style and techniques used in this piece, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.
Lievin Cruyl or Lieven Cruyl was a Flemish priest and a draughtsman and etcher of landscapes, seascapes, and architectural views.
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