Studies for a Sculpture with Figures of Prudence, Industry and Economy Supported by Slaves and an Oval Plaque with Cartouche; Separate Study for a Cupola (Recto). Studies for Figural Ornament (Verso). 1652 - 1725

This pen-and-ink drawing by Giovanni Battista Foggini, known as *Studies for a Sculpture with Figures of Prudence, Industry and Economy Supported by Slaves and an Oval Plaque with Cartouche; Separate Study for a Cupola (Recto). Studies for Figural Ornament (Verso)*, is a complex work featuring multiple studies for a sculptural group and architectural elements. The composition on the recto depicts allegorical figures representing virtues, supported by figures of slaves, suggesting a grand, decorative scheme. The recto also includes a separate study for a cupola, hinting at the potential placement of this sculptural group in a monumental architectural context. The verso of the drawing contains additional studies for figural ornamentation. This intricate drawing showcases Foggini's meticulous approach to design, highlighting his skill in integrating sculpture and architecture for a cohesive and impressive effect.