Villa Giulia, section 1500 - 1550

This anonymous architectural drawing from the 16th century depicts a section of the Villa Giulia, a Renaissance villa in Rome designed by the architect Giacomo Barozzi da Vignola. The drawing shows the complex facade with its intricate details, including windows, arches, and a grand staircase. The drawing exemplifies the High Renaissance architectural style and offers insight into the design process of one of the most significant buildings of the period. The drawing is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.