An original 1849 pencil architectural study by Henry B. Garling, capturing detailed classical ornamentation observed in the Vatican Museum. The page includes finely shaded renderings of acanthus scrollwork and foliated capitals, annotated with Garling’s precise notes on proportion and curvature. These sketches exemplify his commitment to recording classical design for study and preservation, offering insight into 19th-century academic methods of architectural documentation. A beautifully detailed work for collectors of antique drawings or students of historic design.
Measurements: 7.25" L × 10.75" H
Materials: Graphite on paper
Condition Note: Light handling marks and minor age toning consistent with age, including slight edge wear.
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