Bilder Sebastiano Serlio (1475–1554) – Doric Portal – Woodcut (16th Century)

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This architectural plate is from Sebastiano Serlio’s influential treatise, specifically depicting a Doric portal with rusticated masonry. This style was a hallmark of the Mannerist movement, which Serlio championed by blending classical Roman rules with textured, "rustic" surfaces. The Latin text at the top provides the theoretical and geometric justification for the design's proportions. This specific image illustrates the "Doric genus," showcasing the balanced yet heavy aesthetic that Serlio made accessible to architects and craftsmen across Europe.

Sebastiano Serlio was an influential Italian Mannerist architect and theorist whose work, Tutte l’opere d’architettura et prospetiva, became one of the most significant architectural handbooks of the Renaissance. He was the first to codify the five classical orders into a systematic visual grammar. His work was revolutionary because it prioritized high-quality illustrations over dense text, making complex Roman engineering and design accessible to a wide audience for centuries.

Artist or Maker: Sebastiano Serlio

Dimensions: Approximately 30 cm x 20 cm

Medium: Woodcut

Date: 16th Century

Condition Report:
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