Fragmentary design for Base or Pedestal (?) 1700 - 1780

This anonymous design for a base or pedestal is a pen and ink and wash drawing created in the 18th century. The drawing features two partial designs of a base, each with intricate details. The delicate, swirling lines and delicate shading suggest the Rococo style, popular during the 18th century. These elements, in combination with the overall sense of movement and ornamentation, create a sense of visual dynamism and elegance, characteristics typical of the Rococo style. This drawing would have served as a design proposal for an actual base, likely for a sculpture or a piece of furniture.