ECL-Bn.13:9-2013
Parts
Object number
ECL-Bn.13:9-2013
Object type
Identification
Title
Columbarium with mosaic
Title Type
assigned by cataloguer
Description
Content (description)
The engraving seems to show an alcove of a columbarium. The three walls are divided into two zones, in each of which niches of different shapes are arranged symmetrically. The arched niche bottom centre has three urns and is bordered with floral scroll, which sprouts from a mask. It is flanked by two reliefs of winged putti. Two garlands hang in swags over the niches which flank the central tall niche in the upper zone. In the lower part of the engraving is a mosaic. In the central circle are Pan and a winged putto. The outer parts of the mosaic are filled by floral arabesques, which rise from female busts in the centre of each side.
Content (object)
mural/wall painting
Dimensions
height (actual size): 244mm
width (actual size): 173mm
width (actual size): 173mm
Inscription
Materials & techniques note
copper engraving on paper
Production
Person
Unknown (Engraver)
History and association
Previous ownership
References
• Ashby (See Ashby Catalogue of Topham: Bn. 4. 25; mosaic Bn. 4. 23 and Bn. 6 13 Discovered in Vigna Moroni)