Design for a Decorative Panel
1746â1809
Classification
architecture
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Museum purchase through gift of various donors and from Eleanor G. Hewitt Fund
Accession Number
1938-88-1501
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
Giuseppe Barberi (1746–1809), an Italian architect and designer, this *Design for a Decorative* during a vibrant era of European architectural innovation. Active in the late 18th century, Barberi contributed to the ornate decorative traditions that bridged Baroque exuberance and emerging Neoclassicism, often focusing on intricate panels for interiors, furniture, or public spaces. Though the exact date and medium remain under study—part of ongoing research at the Smithsonian American Art Museum—this work exemplifies the meticulous planning behind Italy's grand architectural embellishments. Cla...