Design for an octagonal pulpit. Peruzzi was appointed as architect at Siena Cathedral, 1529. Heraldic devices of Siena and the Opera del Duomo are visible in the spandrels. Subjects depicted all occur on pulpit. Bought along with following three drawings.
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Title of artwork, date
Design for a pulpit, 1529
Date supported
1958
Medium and material
Pen, brown ink & wash
Dimensions
45 x 33 cm
Grant
693.5
Total cost
693.5
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