ECL-Bn.13:3-2013
Parts
Object number
ECL-Bn.13:3-2013
Object type
Identification
Title
Painting: ceiling
Title Type
assigned by cataloguer
Comments
Added in pencil in Sampson catalogue: 'Domus Aurea, volta degli stucchi'
Description
Content (description)
Only a quarter of the rectangular ceiling is illustrated. It is divided into panels, which are surrounded by figured and floral arabesques. In the centre is a square panel with a rectangular panel joining at each corner. The panels are decorated with floral motifs and with figured subjects, which include centaurs and Europa and the bull. At each end of the ceiling is a band divided into two long panel, with a small figured panel between.
Content (object)
mural/wall painting
Content (note)
Decoration of the Domus Aurea?
Dimensions
height (actual size): 509mm
width (actual size): 642mm
width (actual size): 642mm
Inscription
Materials & techniques note
copper engraving on paper
Production
Person
Unknown (Engraver)