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Academic study for sketch plan of a symmetrical building with three interlinked courtyards, entered at the centre through an apsidal doorway flanked by niches on steps.
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Reference number
Adam vol.9/9
Purpose
Academic study for sketch plan of a symmetrical building with three interlinked courtyards, entered at the centre through an apsidal doorway flanked by niches on steps.
Aspect
Plan
Inscribed
Inscribed in ink on drawing 9
Signed and dated
- Undated, probably 1755 - 56.
Medium and dimensions
Black chalk155 x 203
Hand
Robert Adam
Notes
Variations of this courtyard plan are found in Adam vol.9/10 and 13. A similar composition in chalk is found in Adam vol.55/127.
Level
Drawing
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