The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1769: A "Deliziosa"
1769
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1769
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This drawing shows a grand, fancy stage set designed to look like a palace. The building has tall columns, statues, and a big balcony with people standing on it. Below, a crowd of figures in old-fashioned clothes watches a parade of horses and riders. Trees and clouds frame the scene, making it feel like a special outdoor event. The text at the bottom says this was built for a big celebration in 1769. It looks temporary, like a giant prop for a show. Next, look up the technique: etching.
