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The Elector of Bavaria, Prince Ferdinand Maria, with his family, and a model of the Theatiner Church at Munich

The Elector of Bavaria, Prince Ferdinand Maria, with his family, and a model of the Theatiner Church at Munich is a drawing by the Baroque artist Antonio Zanchi. It dates from 1673 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

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Overview

This 1673 drawing by Antonio Zanchi is a red chalk depiction of Prince Ferdinand Maria of Bavaria and his family alongside a model of the Theatiner Church in Munich.

Subject & Meaning

The scene shows a family group on a raised platform with a church model, surrounded by a crowd that blends into swirling clouds or drapery, suggesting a ceremonial or commemorative context.

Technique & Style

Executed in red chalk with squared marks, the drawing features loose, expressive lines and energetic strokes, conveying a sense of movement and drama. The artist's use of hatching techniques creates shading and depth.

History & Provenance

Created in 1673 by Antonio Zanchi, the drawing's original purpose and early history are not specified, but it is associated with Prince Ferdinand Maria of Bavaria and the Theatiner Church in Munich.

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Artist

Antonio Zanchi

Antonio Zanchi (Italian pronunciation:; 6 December 1631 – 12 April 1722) was an Italian painter of the Baroque, active mainly in Venice, but his prolific works can also be seen in Padova, Treviso, Rovigo, Verona,…