The Seconda Macchina for the Chinea of 1773: The Preparation of Theriac in Venice
1773
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1773
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This drawing shows a big, fancy stage setup in Venice. It has tall columns, statues, and a small roof on top. People in old clothes stand around it, some watching, some working. The stage looks like a temple, with steps and a crowd below. The text at the bottom says this was for a special event in 1773. It was part of a big show to celebrate something important. Check out how this was made using etching.
