Sarcophagus 1500 - 1600

This drawing, created sometime between 1500 and 1600 by an anonymous artist, depicts a sarcophagus, a type of burial container. The sarcophagus is adorned with a central scene of a winged figure riding a sea monster, surrounded by figures and garlands of fruit. The composition is horizontal and is made up of several figures, including a figure with outstretched arms, a figure with a crown on their head, and a figure with a trident. The drawing is executed in brown ink on paper and is currently in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The drawing is an example of Renaissance-era art, a period characterized by a renewed interest in classical art and culture. This drawing provides a glimpse into the artistic and cultural life of the time.