Giacomo Quarenghi Collection

An Ornate Ceiling with an Allegory of Spring, 1790/1815. Creator: Giacomo Antonio Domenico Quarenghi
An Ornate Ceiling with an Allegory of Spring, 1790/1815

The Piazza of Saint Peter's Seen through an Arch of the Basilica, 1778/1779

Designs for the Riding School of the Horse Guards, St. Petersburg: Elevations
652024 Designs for the Riding School of the Horse Guards, St. Petersburg: Elevations, Section and Ground Plan, (pen and grey ink and watercolour) by Quarenghi

Peterhof, Russia: Elevation of the English Palace and Plan of the Park
824079 Peterhof, Russia: Elevation of the English Palace and Plan of the Park, (pen and grey ink and watercolour) by Quarenghi

Giacomo Quarenghi, Wearing the Order of the Knights of Malta and Playing the Flute
1195879 Giacomo Quarenghi, Wearing the Order of the Knights of Malta and Playing the Flute, (pencil and w/c on paper) by Orlowski

Portrait of the architect Giacomo Quarenghi (1744-1817), 1811. Private Collection

Portrait Caricature of the architect Giacomo Quarenghi (1744-1817), c. 1810. Found in the Collection of Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

The Raphael Loggias, Hermitage Museum, St Petersburg, Russia. Artist: Cristoph Unterberger
The Raphael Loggias, Hermitage Museum, St Petersburg, Russia. This gallery was designed by Giacomo Quarenghi and painted by Cristoph Unterberger in the 1780s

Russia, St Petersburg, Hermitage Museum. Catherine the Great was so impressed by engravings of Raphaels frescoes in the Vatican that in 1787

Giacomo Quarenghi, Geometrical Elevation of the Peace Plaza and Faazade of the Opera House, Italian, 1744 - 1817, c. 1800, pen and black ink with watercolor on laid paper

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Giacomo Quarenghi, an influential architect of the 18th century, left a lasting legacy with his remarkable designs and contributions to the architectural world. His expertise is evident in works such as "Designs for the Riding School of the Horse Guards, St. Petersburg: Elevations" and "Peterhof, Russia: Elevation of the English Palace and Plan of the Park. " These masterpieces showcase his meticulous attention to detail and innovative approach. Quarenghi's talents extended beyond architecture; he was also a skilled musician. In a captivating portrait titled "Giacomo Quarenghi, Wearing the Order of Knights of Malta and Playing the Flute, " we catch a glimpse into his multifaceted personality. The artist beautifully captures Quarenghi's passion for music alongside his distinguished appearance. Throughout history, artists have sought to capture Quarenghi's essence through various portraits. One such example is seen in "Portrait Caricature of the architect Giacomo Quarenghi (1744-1817), c. 1810, " where his unique features are playfully exaggerated while still maintaining recognition. The Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg proudly displays one of Quarenghi's most notable achievements – "The Raphael Loggias. " This stunning recreation was commissioned by Catherine the Great after being captivated by engravings depicting Raphael's frescoes in Vatican City. Underneath Cristoph Unterberger’s artistic touch, this masterpiece transports visitors to Italy without leaving Russia. Quarenghi's impact on artistry extends beyond physical structures; it permeates even caricatures like those found in "Portrait Caricature of the architect Giacomo Quarenghi (1744-1817), 1811. " Alexander Osipovich Orlowski skillfully portrays both humor and admiration for this visionary architect. Joseph Saunders' portrait from late 18th century showcases another side to Giacomo Quarenghi.