Plate 9 Collection
Plate 9 offers a fascinating glimpse into the architectural wonders of Vatican City and St. Peter's Basilica
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Plate 9 offers a fascinating glimpse into the architectural wonders of Vatican City and St. Peter's Basilica. The perspective view of the upper courtyard, known as the Court of the Pigna, transports us back to 1882 when Paul Marie Letarouilly meticulously engraved this scene. The intricate details capture the grandeur and magnificence of this sacred place. Moving on to another engraving from Letarouilly's work, we are presented with a floor plan of the third floor of Vatican Palace. This blueprint provides us with an insight into the layout and organization within this historic building, and is truly remarkable how Letarouilly managed to convey such complexity in his engravings. Continuing our journey through time, we encounter a reconstruction plan that showcases St. Peter's Basilica and its expansion, linking it with Innocent VIII's villa. This ambitious project aimed to enhance both religious and residential spaces within Vatican City. Letarouilly's engraving allows us to visualize these proposed changes and appreciate their impact on this iconic site. Delving further into history, Plate 9 presents an engraving depicting Old St Peter's Basilica alongside the old Papal Palace. These structures evoke a sense of awe as we contemplate their significance in shaping Rome's rich cultural heritage. Intriguingly, it also features Ms. 2597 Hope Takes Heart out of the River of Tears—a facsimile edition that invites contemplation on themes beyond architecture alone—perhaps reminding us that beauty can be found in various forms. Additionally, Robinson Crusoe and Friday making a Tent to lodge Friday captivate our imagination by transporting us into literary realms where survival skills intertwine with architectural ingenuity. The cross-section illustration reveals an oval chapel located near Chapel Canons inside St Peter’s Basilica—an exquisite example showcasing Letarouilly’s attention to detail even in smaller areas within these monumental structures.