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A campanile designed for St. Peter s, Rome, engraved by Alessandro Specchi (engraving
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A campanile designed for St. Peter s, Rome, engraved by Alessandro Specchi (engraving
XJF347981 A campanile designed for St. Peter s, Rome, engraved by Alessandro Specchi (engraving) by Fontana, Carlo (c.1636-1714) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: the campaniles were finally demolished because they were too heavy for the facade; ); Italian, out of copyright
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Bell Tower Belltower Columns Diagram Floor Plan Notes Pillars Vatican
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This print showcases a magnificent campanile designed for St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, meticulously engraved by the talented Alessandro Specchi. The image, captured by Carlo Fontana, takes us on a journey through time and architecture. The campaniles depicted in this engraving were ultimately demolished due to their excessive weight, which posed a threat to the delicate facade of St. Peter's Basilica. However, this print allows us to appreciate the grandeur and intricacy of these bell towers before their demise. With its baroque style evident in every detail, from the diagram and pillars to the columns and floor plan, this engraving is a testament to the skillful craftsmanship of both Specchi and Fontana. The notes accompanying the architectural elements provide further insight into their design. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of artistry, we are transported back to an era when bell towers played an integral role in religious ceremonies at Vatican City. This print serves as a reminder of how architectural marvels can leave lasting impressions even after they have been lost to history. Bridgeman Images has preserved this extraordinary work from an Italian private collection for all art enthusiasts to admire today. Let it inspire you with its beauty and ignite your imagination as you delve into the rich history behind St. Peter's Basilica and its once majestic campaniles.
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