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Capriccio showing part of an elevation with three giant pilasters framing a large coffered arch with a recessed three-bay screen with statues on columns. On either side are aedicular windows.
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Reference number
Adam vol.55/85
Purpose
Capriccio showing part of an elevation with three giant pilasters framing a large coffered arch with a recessed three-bay screen with statues on columns. On either side are aedicular windows.
Aspect
Perspectiveverso detail
Inscribed
Inscribed in ink on drawing 85
Signed and dated
- Undated, probably 1755 - 56
Medium and dimensions
Pen, brown wash121 x 177, trimmed
Hand
Robert Adam
Verso
Detail of roof trusses in black chalk.
Notes
This drawing may be connected with the elevations in Adam vol.55/84, especially the entrance arch below the large dome.
Level
Drawing
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