Design for the Decoration of the Semi-Dome of a Church Apse 1540 - 1560

This drawing by Battista Franco, created between 1540 and 1560, is a design for the decoration of a church apse. The artwork depicts a semi-dome ceiling with multiple scenes enclosed within frames. Beneath the dome, a wall adorned with decorative elements features two more scenes in recessed niches. The intricately detailed design showcases Franco's mastery of architectural and decorative motifs. This drawing, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the artistic trends of the Italian Renaissance.