Architectural and Decorative Drawings

Detailed sketches and designs for architectural elements, showcasing intricate patterns and ornamental features characteristic of classical design.

Elevation of an Altar with Alternative Suggestions, Pen and brown ink, brush and brown and blue wash on off-white laid paper, laid down, Horizontal rectangle consisting of two separate pieces of paper. The left side of the central part was missing; it was later added when the drawing was mounted. Three steps lead up to the altar, which is flanked by pilasters. At the top there is a high and richly molded decorated ledge, which projects laterally. In the center is a scrollwork frame, which shows three cherubim on an oval-shaped tabernacle door. Above the frame is a pedestal ornamented with angels and clouds. Two adult angels lean against either side of the ledge. Each angel holds a wreath; the angel on the right also holds a palm branch. A vase stands beside the left angel., Probably Naples, Italy, ca. 1700-40, architecture, Drawing, Drawing
Elevation of an Altar with Alternative Suggestions, Pen and brown ink, brush and brown and blue wash on off-white laid paper, laid down, Horizontal rectangle consisting of two separate pieces of paper. The left side of the central part was missing; it was later added when the drawing was mounted. Three steps lead up to the altar, which is flanked by pilasters. At the top there is a high and richly molded decorated ledge, which projects laterally. In the center is a scrollwork frame, which shows three cherubim on an oval-shaped tabernacle door. Above the frame is a pedestal ornamented with angels and clouds. Two adult angels lean against either side of the ledge. Each angel holds a wreath; the angel on the right also holds a palm branch. A vase stands beside the left angel., Probably Naples, Italy, ca. 1700-40, architecture, Drawing, Drawing