Ontwerp voor een altaar 1518 - 1599

"Ontwerp voor een altaar" (Design for an Altar) is a detailed architectural drawing by Andrea Palladio, a renowned Italian architect of the Renaissance. Created between 1518 and 1599, the drawing showcases Palladio's masterful understanding of classical architecture. The intricate design features a majestic arched alcove framed by fluted columns and adorned with ornate details, including a central quatrefoil motif and repeating oval elements. This drawing, likely a preparatory study for a grand altar design, exemplifies Palladio's contribution to the development of architectural principles and his influence on the architectural landscape of Renaissance Italy.