Design for Decorative Hinges (recto)

1504

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

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Design for Decorative Hinges (recto) is a 1504 by Luzio Romano, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Luzio Romano
When & what style?: 1504 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This drawing shows two fancy, ornate hinges for a door or cabinet. Each hinge has swirling scrolls, tiny faces peeking out, and a shield with a small scene inside. The lines are light and sketchy, like a quick study rather than a finished design. The top hinge has a dome-shaped top with a tiny figure inside, while the bottom one has cherubs playing around the edges. These details were common in Renaissance designs for rich homes. Next, look up Renaissance to see how this style shaped everyday objects.

About the artist

Artist

Luzio Romano

Luzio Luzi (sometimes Luzzi or Luci), also known as Luzio Luzi da Todi and Luzio Romano (died late 16th century), was an Italian painter, stuccoist, and draftsman of the High Renaissance era favoring the Mannerist style.

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