Studiolo from the Ducal Palace in Gubbio ca. 1478–82 Designed by Francesco di Giorgio Martini Italian This detail is from a study, (or studiolo), intended for meditation and study. Its walls are carried out in a wood-inlay technique known as intarsia. The latticework doors of the cabinets, shown open or partly closed, indicate the contemporary interest in linear perspective. The cabinets display objects reflecting Duke Federico's wide-ranging artistic and scientific interests, and the depictions of books recall his extensive library. Emblems of the Montefeltro are also represented. This room m
Studiolo from the Ducal Palace in Gubbio ca. 1478–82 Designed by Francesco di Giorgio Martini Italian This detail is from a study, (or studiolo), intended for meditation and study. Its walls are carried out in a wood-inlay technique known as intarsia. The latticework doors of the cabinets, shown open or partly closed, indicate the contemporary interest in linear perspective. The cabinets display objects reflecting Duke Federico's wide-ranging artistic and scientific interests, and the depictions of books recall his extensive library. Emblems of the Montefeltro are also represented. This room may have been designed by Francesco di Giorgio (1439–1502) and was executed by Giuliano da Majano (1432–1490). A similar room, in situ, was made for the duke's palace at Urbino. Listen to experts illuminate this artwork's story Listen Play or pause #106. Studiolo from the Ducal Palace in Gubbio Supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies We're sorry, the transcript for this audio track is not available at this time. We are working to make it available as soon as Studiolo from the Ducal Palace in Gubbio. Italian, Gubbio. ca. 1478–82. Walnut, beech, rosewood, oak and fruitwoods in walnut base. Woodwork
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