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Capriccio showing a sixteen-bay elevation with asymmetrical domed pavilions at either end, one of which is single and the other three-bay. Both are linked to a central pedimented three-bay portico on steps by an arcade of coupled columns with balustrading and sculpture above.
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Reference number
Adam vol.55/152
Purpose
Capriccio showing a sixteen-bay elevation with asymmetrical domed pavilions at either end, one of which is single and the other three-bay. Both are linked to a central pedimented three-bay portico on steps by an arcade of coupled columns with balustrading and sculpture above.
Aspect
Elevation
Inscribed
Inscribed in ink on drawing 152
Signed and dated
- Undated, probably 1755 - 56
Medium and dimensions
Pen
116 x 240
Hand
Robert Adam
Notes
The small elevation in Adam vol.55/148 is probably part of this scheme and is similar to the alternative pavilions that are shown here. The composition in Adam vol.55/150 with a column base on top is similar to the left-hand pavilion in this drawing. The use of shadow-hatching may be compared with that in Adam vol.55/87.
Level
Drawing
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