{"product_id":"stmarks-crypt-architecture-engraving","title":"Antique Venetian Architectural Engraving of St Mark’s Basilica Crypt Plan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is a fascinating 19th century Venetian architectural plate documenting one of the most mysterious spaces in Venice: the Confessio beneath St Mark’s Basilica. The composition pairs a measured plan view of the subterranean layout with a long sectional cut showing the structure below the basilica’s floor, including arches, supports, and the carefully labeled architectural elements that would have guided restorers, architects, and scholars.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e[d]Title | Pianta e Spaccato della Sottoconfessione nella R. Basilica di S. Marco (Plan and Section of the Confessio, St Mark's Basilica, Venice) [d]Plate | Tavola 46 [d]Engraver | Dionisio Moretti (\"Moretti inc.\" in plate) [d]Medium | Engraving on paper [d]Subject | Architectural plan and section, Confessio beneath St Mark's Basilica, Venice [d]Origin | Venice, Italy [d]Age | Circa 1838 to 1840 [d]Size | 22.5 in W x 16 in H [d]Language | Italian and French (bilingual captions printed in plate) [d]Frame | Unframed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e[condition] Foxing, toning, and scattered age spotting are present throughout the sheet, with heavier discoloration and staining concentrated along the margins. Water staining is visible to the left and right sides. Edge wear, soft waviness, and creasing are noted across the sheet, with small losses and nicks along the perimeter. Corners show wear consistent with age and handling. The plate impression itself remains legible and detailed. Buyers are encouraged to review the photographs closely, as they form part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Austyn Marie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50922557866262,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/4623\/5926\/files\/F2256F21-8249-436C-BC91-BCBA3EB1753C.jpg?v=1767984010","url":"https:\/\/austynmariedesign.com\/products\/stmarks-crypt-architecture-engraving","provider":"Austyn Marie Design","version":"1.0","type":"link"}