View of the Ospedale Maggiore in Milan from 1820/1821

View of Ospedale Maggiore in Milan from 1820-21 Aquatint with a beautiful animated view of Ospedale Maggiore in vibrant, even coloring. Used at four points on a contemporary paper medium. This historic print of Ospedale Maggiore Cà Granda, the former seat of the University of Milan, is in good condition, inside a cardboard passe-partout. 

Inserted into the work "New collection of main interior and exterior views of the city of Milan, designed by F. Durelly, added to the School of Perspective at the Academy of Fine Arts and engraved by Angelo Biasioli and other Valenti artists" in Francesco Bernucca in Milan Contrada dei tre Rè n ° 4091 ″ [1820–21]. Mentioned in Paolo Arrigoni's text “Milan in ancient graphics,” 1969, vol. I, p. 45, no. 145.

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There are many styles characteristic of antique furniture, but a few key ones stand out. Eclectic furniture refers to the 19th century, marked by the prevailing Biedermeier style. Its early variations include neo-Gothic, Gothic, Rococo, Louis-Philippe style, and finally the English Victorian style. By the end of the century, these styles transitioned into pseudo-classicism, Renaissance, and Baroque styles.

Empire-style furniture dates from the late 18th to early 19th century. It originated during Napoleon’s reign, characterized by significant similarities and references to Roman and Greek ornamentation.

Neoclassical furniture reflects the Louis XVI style, which also strongly references ancient architecture. Noteworthy are antique products in Rococo and Louis XV styles. Next is Baroque, a term derived from the Portuguese “barocco,” meaning an irregularly developed pearl. These were highly decorative pieces meant to radiate splendor and play a significant role in luxury. Unique, selectively used materials were employed to emphasize the grandeur of these items.

Today, we can observe how much the Baroque style influenced modern classical furniture, which is designed with a strong resemblance to the past era. An important style is also Renaissance, which flourished in the 15th and 16th centuries and left a significant mark on furniture-making art. Renaissance furniture was quite heavy and solid, using brown stains, moldings, sturdy bases, and bas-reliefs. These were quite distinctive products, but they also opened new possibilities, such as the construction of cupboards and broadly speaking, chest furniture. They also drew inspiration from mythology and ancient times, with supports and legs often taking animal forms.

Lion’s paws, eagle heads – these are common motifs in Renaissance style. Currently, many global brands reproduce such furniture, taking inspiration from Italian and French creators. This reflects admiration and respect for the history of the most beautiful Renaissance antiques. It’s important to remember that furniture production was perceived differently in each country, so each style had its own character. This is especially important when searching for elegant antique pieces suitable for your interior.

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